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About us

About us

About us

We are the engine of those working in the transport sector.

We are the engine of those working in
the transport sector

We are the engine of those working in the transport sector.

Fast moving metro, blurred background

About us

We are the engine of those working in the transport sector.

Federation of Transport Trade Unions is an organization that protects the interests and rights of workers in Sector "Transport" (land, water, and air) and its servicing units.

Federation of Transport Trade Unions is an organization that protects the interests and rights of workers in Sector "Transport" (land, water, and air) and its servicing units.

Federation of Transport Trade Unions is an organization that protects the interests and rights of workers in Sector "Transport" (land, water, and air) and its servicing units.

Federation of Transport Trade Unions is an organization that protects the interests and rights of workers in Sector "Transport" (land, water, and air) and its servicing units.

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Start of FTTU

Start of FTTU

Start of FTTU

Federation of Transport Trade Unions (FTTU) is the second largest trade union organization in the "Transport" Sector in Bulgaria.
We bring together thousands of workers from all areas of transport – bus drivers, tram drivers, engine drivers, mechanics, dispatchers, dockers, crane operators, machine operators, engineering, operational and management staff
and others.

The constituent congress of the organization took place on
September 12, 2023. Since then, FTTU has been an active and dedicated participant in the trade union movement in the country. We are part of the largest trade union family in Bulgaria – Confederation of Independent Trade Unions of Bulgaria (CITUB), which represents over 300,000 union members and brings together 34 independent trade union organizations.

Federation of Transport Trade Unions also has international participation as a member of the European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF).

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Federation of Transport Trade Unions (FTTU) is the second largest trade union organization in the "Transport" Sector in Bulgaria.
We bring together thousands of workers from all areas of transport – bus drivers, tram drivers, engine drivers, mechanics, dispatchers, dockers, crane operators, machine operators, engineering, operational and management staff
and others.

The constituent congress of the organization took place on
September 12, 2023. Since then, FTTU has been an active and dedicated participant in the trade union movement in the country. We are part of the largest trade union family in Bulgaria – Confederation of Independent Trade Unions of Bulgaria (CITUB), which represents over 300,000 union members and brings together 34 independent trade union organizations.

Federation of Transport Trade Unions also has international participation as a member of the European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF).

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Federation of Transport Trade Unions (FTTU) is the second largest trade union organization in the "Transport" Sector in Bulgaria.
We bring together thousands of workers from all fields of transport - bus drivers, tram drivers, train drivers, mechanics, dispatchers, dockers, crane operators, mechanizers, engineering, operational and management staff
and others.

The organization's founding congress took place on
September 12, 2023. Since then FTTU has been an active and dedicated participant in the trade union movement in the country. We are part of the largest trade union family in Bulgaria – Confederation of Independent Trade Unions of Bulgaria (CITUB), which represents over 300,000 union members and unites 34 independent trade union organizations.

Federation of Transport Trade Unions also has international participation as a member of the European Transport Workers' Federation (ETF).

Our mission is to support and protect people, illustrated with four individuals under protective hands.

Our mission

Our mission

Our primary goal is to defend fundamental human rights and trade union values, as well as to strengthen the role of trade unionism in the transport sector through active participation in civil and social dialogue at all levels – international, national, regional, and sectoral.

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The importance of the transport sector

The importance of the transport sector

The transport sector has a proven key importance for the economic development of modern societies. It supports the functioning of all other sectors of the economy, ensures social and labor mobility, and contributes to the development of tourism.

Furthermore, transport is recognized as a means to achieve social and regional cohesion – an important step towards the full integration of Bulgaria into the European family.

Challenges facing transport workers

Challenges facing transport workers

The transport sector is the backbone of the economy, but workers in it are often faced with challenges such as:


❌ Unfair pay
❌ Poor working conditions
❌ Job insecurity
❌ Inadequate social protection.

Challenges facing transport workers

The transport sector is the backbone of the economy, but workers in it are often faced with challenges such as:

u274c Unfair pay
u274c Poor working conditions
u274c Job insecurity
u274c Insufficient social protection.

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The Federation of Transport Trade Unions fights for:

The Federation of Transport Trade Unions fights for:

The Federation of Transport Trade Unions fights for:

The Federation of Transport Trade Unions fights for:

✅ More effective worker representation.
✅ Stronger protection in labor disputes and negotiations with employers.
✅ Fair compensation and collective bargaining.
✅ Better working conditions and workplace safety.
✅ Support for all transport professions – from drivers and mechanics to logisticians and engineers.

We are your voice

We are your
voice

We are your voice

We are your voice

We are your
voice

FTTU represents your interests before employers, state authorities, and international institutions by actively participating in collective bargaining, social dialogue, and socio-political discussions.

We are your protection

We are your protection

We are your protection

Have you encountered injustice in the workplace? Unlawful dismissal, delayed wages, or discrimination?
We provide legal support, consultations and 
representation in labor disputes, including in lawsuits.

Have you encountered injustice in the workplace? Unfair removal/dismissal, delayed salary payment, or discrimination? We provide 
legal support, consultations and 
representation in labor disputes, including in court cases.

Have you encountered injustice in the workplace? Unfair dismissal, delayed salary, or discrimination? We provide
legal support, consultations and 
representation in labor disputes, including in court cases.

Have you encountered injustice in the workplace? Unfair dismissal, delayed salary, or discrimination?
We provide legal support, 
consultations and representation in
labor disputes, including in court cases.

Have you encountered injustice in the workplace? Unfair dismissal, delayed salary, or discrimination? We provide
legal support, 
consultations and 
representation in labor disputes, including in court cases.

We are your strength

We are your strength

We are your strength

FTTU is not just a trade union organization - we are your professional family and reliable support. We provide financial assistance in emergencies, organize training, and retraining. We will always be by your side when you need us.

Become a union member

Join us! Together we can improve conditions in the transport sector.

Join us!
Together we can improve the conditions in the transport sector

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©2025-2026, Federation of Transport and Trade Unions, All rights reserved.

Accessibility

Terms of Use

Permissible use

Mutual Respect Policy

©2025-2026, Federation of Transport and Trade Unions, All rights reserved.

Become a union member

Join us!
Together we can improve the conditions in the transport sector