Germany - New agreement for steel industry - December 31, 2025

In the first round of negotiations for the Saarland steel industry, union IG Metall Mitte reached a collective agreement. Around 14,000 employees will receive a 1.75% pay increase starting 1 April 2026. Particularly welcome is the disproportionate increase in apprentice wages of € 75 per month. In addition, the collective agreement on temporary work contracts was extended. The new agreement will run until 31 March 2027. The Steel Industry Collective Bargaining Commission in Saarland, consisting of works council members and IG Metall shop stewards, deliberately decided against a percentage-based demand. The goal was a comprehensive package that secures both employment and wages in the long term.

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