The strike that started on September 14th at Cargolux will go down in the history of Luxembourg’s aviation. The employees are determined and united in the face of a management that is sowing controversy among the general public.

The unions would like to congratulate all the strikers for their perseverance and firmness in the context of the dispute over the renewal of the collective agreement. The first day of the strike was a resounding success, with all mechanics on strike and all aircraft grounded. The financial losses to the company will be significant if management doesn’t call the unions back to the bargaining table soon.

One thing is certain: Cargolux unions and staff are united and determined and will continue to strike until all union demands are met and a global agreement is signed.

Cargolux employees and unions are astounded by the controversy the CEO is stirring up in the media by leaking confidential information at will, such as the amount of profit-sharing bonuses or employee salaries.

This is a disgraceful tactic whose sole purpose is to denigrate Cargolux employees and their legitimate demands by provoking social envy in public opinion!

These maneuvers are unworthy of a managing director, and it is therefore appropriate to ask whether the managing director actually has the necessary qualities to manage Cargolux. His reaction to the current social conflict clearly shows that this does not seem to be the case.

Communicated by OGBL and LCGB,
September 15, 2023