Verdi Demands Higher Wages for Lufthansa Ground Crew
Labour Union’s Demand for Better Pay Offer from Lufthansa
German labour union Verdi is pressing Lufthansa to provide a more substantial wage increase for its ground crew before initiating fresh pay negotiations to prevent further industrial action.
Impact of Recent Strikes on Lufthansa’s Operations
During the second strike this month, ground staff at major airports went on strike, leading to disruption for 100,000 passengers, as stated by Lufthansa.
Stalled Negotiations and Call for Quicker Resolution
The impasse in talks for 25,000 ground staff’s pay resulted in the fourth unproductive meeting. Verdi now seeks an expedited meeting before March 13 to accelerate the negotiation process.
Union’s Requirement for Improved Offer
Verdi has requested a reevaluation of Lufthansa’s offer before agreeing to resume talks. They insist on a significantly enhanced proposal from the airline.
Wave of Nationwide Strikes in Germany
Germany has witnessed strikes affecting various sectors such as air travel, railways, and public transport, stemming from workers’ demands for higher wages in the face of rising inflation.
Discord Over Proposed Pay Structure
Verdi is unsatisfied with Lufthansa’s minor adjustments to the initial offer, emphasizing the need for a 12.5% wage increase or a minimum of 500 euros extra per month, along with a one-time payment of 3,000 euros.
Financial Aspects and Demand for Fair Compensation
Verdi’s demands translate to requesting a wage increase of at least 12.5% or an additional 500 euros per month over a year, alongside a one-time payment of 3,000 euros, reflecting the ongoing labor dispute underpinning the need for fair compensation.
FRANKFURT, March 7 (Reuters)
German labour union Verdi is exerting pressure on Lufthansa to enhance the wage offer for its ground crew members
The demand is a response to the recent strikes by the ground staff at key airports, which disrupted thousands of passengers
