Tommy Wreeth

Ryanair signs collective agreement with Swedish Transport Workers' Union

Low-cost airline Ryanair signs collective agreement with the Swedish Transport Workers' Union.

Flight Strike Threatens Hundreds of Departures Ahead of Ascension Weekend

The union has notified of strike and blockades for cabin crew at several airlines from Monday. Just in time for the Ascension weekend, hundreds of departures may be cancelled.

Industrial Action Halted as Swedish Transport Workers Reach Agreement

The Swedish Transport Workers' Federation (Transport) and the Swedish Ports are in agreement on a new collective agreement, the parties report. At the same time, the negotiations with the Port Workers' Union have been paused. Now there will be a strike, says the Port Workers' Union's Vice Chairman Erik Helgeson.

Aviation Industry Faces Potential Strike and Blockade Amid Negotiations

The negotiations between Transport and the Swedish Aviation Industry have broken down. Now, a strike and cabin blockade can take place simultaneously, just before the summer months.

Dockworkers and Transport Unions Warn of May 21 Strike in Swedish Ports

The Dockworkers' Union wants to see in the new collective agreement with Sweden's Ports. Now they are warning of a strike on May 21 to get the negotiations moving. Transport is also warning of a strike after "stalled negotiations" about hired personnel in the ports.

Transport Stands Outside LO Coordination

Industry Unions' Demands: 4.2 Percent Wage Increase

The Industrial Unions are demanding 4.2 percent in wage increases in a one-year agreement. A high demand, historically speaking. It is based on careful considerations of the economic conditions, says IF Metall's chairman Marie Nilsson at a press conference.