Netherlands - Union members accept agreement for graphical industry - April 30, 2026

Despite a negative voting recommendation by the largest union FNV, a small majority of FNV members voted in favour of the employers’ final offer for the collective agreement for the graphical industry (Grafimedia). A large majority of the smaller CNV and De Unie unions had already accepted the final offer. The agreement will have a duration of 24 months, from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2027. Hourly wages will increase by 2% plus € 0.20 as of 1 July 2026, and by 2.5% as of 1 July 2027. On 1 October 2026, employees will receive a one-off payment of € 350.

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