5 December, 2002Italy's three metalworkers' unions - FIOM, FIM and UILM - say the automaker's recovery plan is too tough to swallow.

3 December, 2002Wage increases and qualitative improvements are included in new collective contract.

20 November, 2002A demonstration including young daughters of union members will take place during the conference of the Confederation of British Industry.

12 November, 2002The IMF fully supports its affiliates and says the Italian automaker's strategy of mass layoffs is unacceptable and lacks a long-term plan for its employees. A general strike is planned for November 15.

6 November, 2002The United Steelworkers of America (USWA) has launched InsideAK.org, a website dedicated to providing investors and other stakeholders with reliable, independent and up-to-date information about AK Steel Corporation.

6 November, 2002A survey of the composition and location of the metal industry in India and the unions in this industry shows an urgent need to organise workers in the smaller industries.

31 October, 2002The company has been forced to recognise the union and to negotiate an agreement.

29 October, 2002UAW members ratify contract by a 55-45 per cent margin.

27 October, 2002In a congratulatory message to the newly-elected Brazilian president, the International Metalworkers' Federation pledges its support.

24 October, 2002The IMF supports activities of its affiliates in recruiting non-manual workers.