Tariff Agreement at the Federal Highway Company - Germany's Autobahn workers secure 7.8% pay rise after disruptive strikes
A provisional wage deal has been struck between Autobahn GmbH and unions Verdi and dbb. The agreement ends a period of warning strikes that disrupted traffic on the A7 motorway. Employees will now see a staged pay rise over the next 26 months.
The dispute began when unions demanded a 12-month contract with a minimum monthly increase of €300. Workers at the Hamburg-Othmarschen tunnel control centre staged walkouts, causing congestion in and around the Elbe Tunnel. Drivers on the A7 faced delays as a result of the industrial action.
Negotiations have now concluded with a 26-month deal. The settlement includes a three-stage pay rise totalling 7.8 percent. Under the new terms, staff will receive at least €360 more per month.
No details have been released comparing these increases to those at other federal autobahn operators or state transport firms across Germany.
The agreement brings an end to the strikes that had affected one of Germany's busiest motorways. Employees will benefit from higher wages, while drivers can expect fewer disruptions on the A7. The deal will remain in place until mid-2026.
