13.05.2025 16:51
Workers at the Ford factory in Germany have decided to go on strike to address various demands. Among the workers' demands are better working conditions and a wage increase. Ford officials have not yet made a statement regarding the strike scheduled for May 14.
Workers at Ford factories in Cologne, Germany, have decided to go on strike against the company's planned layoffs across Europe. The strike, organized at the call of the IG Metall union, will begin on Wednesday morning, May 14, and will last until Thursday morning.
FORD'S LAYOFF PLANS SPARKED REACTION
Ford's layoff plans across Europe, particularly in Germany, have caused great concern among employees, potentially affecting thousands of workers. The IG Metall union has decided to strike to protect workers' rights against these plans.
HIGH EXPECTATIONS FOR STRIKE PARTICIPATION
There are approximately 11,500 employees at Ford's two factories in Cologne. High participation in the strike is expected. The IG Metall union stated that this strike is an important step to defend workers' rights and to oppose the layoff plans.
NO STATEMENT YET FROM FORD
Ford management has not yet made an official statement regarding the strike decision. However, the company's plans to reduce its workforce across Europe are being closely monitored by employees and unions.