Bread Bakers in Eisleben and Nordhausen Strike Again
Once more, workers at Aryzta's wholesale bakery in Eisleben and Nordhausen have taken a stand. Over 600 employees participated in this warning strike, as announced by the Food, Beverages, and Catering Union (NGG) this past Monday. The majority of production lines came to a halt as a result. The union stated that the cause for this second strike within a month is the slow progression of wage negotiations. Topics under negotiation include enhanced bonuses, a thirteenth salary, more vacation days, and alleviation for shift work.
Aryzta boasts its position as the European market leader in frozen baked goods. Among other products, the company manufactures rolls and various baked goods for major retail chains and the food service sector. About 1200 employees work at the Eisleben site, and 165 are employed at Nordhausen, according to the NGG. The union alleges that Aryzta unexpectedly ended negotiations, with the next round scheduled for next week (December 12).
Additionally, you may want to consider:
- The union in Saxony-Anhalt, where both Aryzta bakeries are situated, has hinted at potential further strike action if negotiations fail to progress positively.
- The industrial bakery in Eisleben plays a significant role in the local food industry, providing employment to a large workforce, which may be impacted by the ongoing strikes.
- Trade unions in Thuringia, home to Nordhausen, have expressed concerns over working conditions and wages at Aryzta's subsidiaries, exacerbating the situation.
- The European Union has been notified of the tariff squabbles between Aryzta and its employees, as trade disruptions in the frozen baked goods sector could have ripple effects on the European market.
- Various companies in the food service sector in Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia have expressed concerns about potential supply chain disruptions due to the ongoing strikes at Aryzta's bakeries in Eisleben and Nordhausen.
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To confirm the current status of the strike at Aryzta's facilities in Germany, refer to labor union websites, news sources, and company press releases.
