Boeing has reached a tentative agreement with its unions, averting a potential strike by 33,000 employees. The agreement includes a record-breaking 25% wage increase and addresses critical issues like job security and quality of life for employees. The contract awaits a union vote, which could solidify a major milestone in Boeing’s relationship with its workforce.
Boeing and its largest union, the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), reached an agreement that averts a potential strike, granting workers significant pay increases and a commitment to build the next commercial airplane in the Seattle area. The agreement, which includes a 25% general wage increase over four years, marks an early victory for Boeing’s new CEO, Kelly Ortberg, who is tackling quality concerns and regulatory scrutiny.
Boeing is facing a potential strike by 32,000 workers as the contract between the company and the International Association of Machinists nears its expiration date. The union is demanding better wages, healthcare, retirement benefits, and time off, and a lack of agreement could lead to the first strike at Boeing in 16 years. This comes at a time when Boeing is already dealing with a safety crisis and declining aircraft sales.
Raven Software, a Call of Duty developer and the first Activision Blizzard studio to unionize, has filed a complaint with the National Labor Relations Board against Microsoft, alleging unfair labor practices. The union claims Microsoft has refused to bargain in good faith and retaliated against workers’ efforts to secure their labor rights.
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is investigating Chipotle Mexican Grill for potentially withholding pay raises from employees in a unionized store in Lansing, Michigan. This comes after Chipotle settled a similar case in April 2023, where they agreed to pay $240,000 to workers affected by a restaurant closure related to unionization efforts. The latest allegations could lead to increased scrutiny on Chipotle’s labor practices, especially with the outgoing CEO Brian Niccol’s transition to Starbucks.
NetJets has terminated two prominent union leaders, including the NJASAP Vice President and Strategy Group chair, escalating tensions with its 3,430 unionized pilots. The union, NJASAP, alleges the firings are retaliatory and unlawful, citing the pilots’ recent successful contract negotiations. NJASAP plans to challenge the terminations through the contract-based dispute resolution process.
Sun Country Airlines flight attendants have authorized their union to initiate a strike if necessary, but the airline assures customers that travel will not be impacted. Negotiations for a new contract are ongoing, and the airline remains optimistic about reaching a mutually beneficial agreement.
Costco workers in Norfolk, Virginia, have voted overwhelmingly to join the Teamsters national contract, securing strong job and retirement protections under the Western Conference of Teamsters Pension Plan. This marks a significant victory for the workers, who will now benefit from the same protections enjoyed by over 18,000 of their colleagues across the country.
Former Obama administration economist Betsey Stevenson criticized Donald Trump’s praise of Elon Musk for firing striking workers at Tesla. This incident has ignited controversy, with the United Auto Workers (UAW) filing federal labor charges against both Trump and Musk for their public statements.
WestJet and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) have reached a historic collective bargaining agreement, marking a significant milestone for the airline. The agreement, covering Aircraft Maintenance Engineers and other Technical Operations employees, signifies the airline’s commitment to enhancing working conditions and fostering a collaborative environment.
