On 15 September 2025, the Croatian Building Workers’ Union SGH concluded a new agreement with ZEP dd granting higher wages and improved material rights in the construction sector. Furthermore, on 19 September, SGH also announced a first collective agreement with Semmelrock d.o.o. for its workers. These agreements reflect stronger union leverage in construction and may influence wage pressure in related sectors in the coming months.
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