The number of KTX bullet train services in South Korea are set to fall for the first time since the labor union of the trains’ operator went on strike more than two months ago.

Korail said a total of 266 KTX trains will be available on Friday, 23 less than usual. The train operator also said it will allot 296 KTX services on Saturday and 261 on Sunday - a reduction of 25 and 20 trains, respectively.

It will mark the first time the operation rate of KTX falls below 100 percent since the labor strike, which began on September 27th.

Korail said those who already purchased tickets for the trains that have become unavailable will be able to receive a refund within a year.

Korail said, however, the operations of slower trains will remain little changed over the weekend.
Around seven-thousand unionized laborers are participating in the strike, which marks the 67th day of its launch on Friday.