IG Metall calls Volkswagen wage deal terminations a 'gross foul'
IG Metall said Volkswagen's termination of several collective bargaining agreements would not be accepted. Volkswagen said it had triggered a review clause and would terminate various agreements effective December 31, 2026, to secure room for staff reductions.
1. Union rejects terminations
IG Metall said Volkswagen's termination of several collective bargaining agreements amounts to a “gross foul” that would not be accepted.
2. Agreements end in 2026
Volkswagen said it had triggered the review clause in its future wage agreement with IG Metall and would terminate various agreements effective December 31, 2026, to secure room for staff reductions.
