Automotive industry: "That's so cheap, Ola Källenius" - Mercedes considers moving production out of Germany
Mercedes wants to implement a longer working week and cut special payments. A demonstration on Monday provides insights into the negotiations with the works council.
Mercedes-Benz's production capacity in Germany may decrease further, according to Michael Häberle, deputy head of the company's works council. The management is considering reducing production volumes at all German locations and has discussed adjusting working hours with the works council, aiming for a 38-hour workweek. The company also plans to cut special payments, including Christmas and vacation bonuses, and annual profit-sharing, in an effort to reduce costs per working hour in Germany.
These measures were announced by the management in late June, with a video message from CEO Ola Källenius shown at the company's plants.
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