Stadler ensures stable workload at Berlin plant through 2032. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Stadler has signed an agreement with the IG Metall union to keep its Berlin plant operating at full capacity until 2032.
Photo: Marcel Manhart

Stadler has signed an agreement with the IG Metall union to keep its Berlin plant operating at full capacity until 2032.

Stadler and IG Metall agree to preserve jobs

According to the agreement, Stadler commits to retaining 85% of jobs at the facility at least through the end of March 2029.

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In return, approximately 1,700 employees will work 40 hours per week instead of 38, without any pay increase.

These measures aim to stabilize operations amid economic difficulties caused by supply chain disruptions and rising costs of energy and raw materials.

Back in February, Stadler announced plans to downsize the Berlin site, including partial closure and layoffs.

The company cited the need to remain competitive in an increasingly volatile global environment.

Stadler continues fulfilling major contract for Berlin metro

Currently, the Stadler plant in Berlin is fulfilling a framework agreement to produce 1,500 metro cars for the city’s transit system.

The contract includes a firm order for 484 cars, which Stadler says is not enough to fully utilize the plant’s capacity.

This gap presents a challenge for maintaining production levels.

Another issue has been delays in fulfilling delivery obligations.

Originally, train deployment was planned for 2022, but it has now been pushed to September of this year.

This delay raises concerns among clients and highlights the importance of stabilizing production timelines.

Despite these challenges, the agreement with the union shows Stadler’s commitment to maintaining its presence in the region, supporting employment, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the factory.

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