Dutch airline KLM has struck a new collective labour deal with unions representing its ground staff - ending a dispute that caused disruption to flights for several days.
KLM said it had agreed a new package for workers with five unions, including FNV and CNV, whose members held a series of strikes during September leading to the cancellation of hundreds of flights before all parties agreed to talks.
The new two-year collective labour agreement (CLA) will be backdated to cover the period from 1 March 2025 to 28 February 2027. It includes a 3.25 per cent salary increase, a one-off payment and improved profit-sharing scheme.
Miriam Kartman, KLM’s chief HR officer, said: “We are pleased that we have reached a CLA with all five trade unions. In KLM’s current financial reality, we have come together to make solid agreements on remuneration, career development, productivity, and flexibility.
“This is good news for our colleagues, who will maintain their purchasing power, and for the company as a whole.”
The five unions will now present the deal to their members and, if approved, can be implemented before the end of the year.