German industry able to cope with short rail strike-analysts

BERLIN, Aug 7 (Reuters) - German industry will be able to cope with a limited strike by train drivers but more sustained action may cause severe problems in sectors including steel, chemicals and autos, analysts and industry representatives said on Tuesday.

Companies that rely on rail transport say the planned strike is bound to cause some disruption but that they can use temporary alternatives such as shifting more goods and raw materials to road and inland waterways to reduce ...