Tackling automotive supply chain challenges in Türkiye2 December, 2024Labour rights in the automotive supply chain took center stage at a workshop held on 25-26 November in Türkiye. Bringing together key stakeholders from Türkiye and Germany, the event included participants from trade unions, works councils, vehicle manufacturers, suppliers, government representatives, employers’ associations, and civil society organizations.
Afrontando los retos de la cadena de suministro automotriz en Turquía2 December, 2024Ante la nueva legislación sobre diligencia debida en materia de derechos humanos de Alemania y la UE, así como el papel importante que desempeña Turquía en las cadenas de suministro mundiales de la industria automotriz, se realizó un taller que brindó la oportunidad de abordar los retos sistémicos en el ámbito de los derechos laborales entre las principales partes interesadas y desarrollar soluciones sostenibles y colaborativas.
Colaboración mundial por los derechos de los trabajadores29 November, 2024Los días 24 y 25 de noviembre, dirigentes sindicales de las fábricas de Coats de todo el mundo se reunieron en Mudanya, Turquía, para celebrar la 5.ª reunión anual de la red sindical de Coats. El encuentro se centró en las condiciones de trabajo, los retos en la cadena de suministro y la finalización de un proyecto de acuerdo marco global (AMG) con la empresa para garantizar unas normas laborales coherentes en todas sus operaciones.
Global collaboration for workers' rights29 November, 2024Trade union leaders from Coats factories worldwide convened for the 5th annual meeting of the Coats trade union network in Mudanya, Turkey, on 24–25 November. The meeting focused on working conditions, challenges in the supply chain and finalizing a draft global framework agreement (GFA) with Coats to ensure consistent labour standards across all its operations.
Global solidarity takes centre stage at IndustriALL's Executive Committee meeting in Istanbul26 November, 2024From Türkiye to Indonesia, Ukraine, and Palestine, the IndustriALL Executive Committee meeting reflected a shared commitment to tackling the evolving challenges faced by workers globally. As crises intensify and anti-union movements rise, the importance of collective action and global solidarity has never been clearer.
Striking for rights at As Plastik in Türkiye10 October, 2024Workers at As Plastik in Türkiye went on strike nearly a month ago as negotiations for new collective agreement failed after five months of discussions. According to IndustriALL affiliate Petrol-İş, in addition to refusing to accept the union's demands, the company has dismissed 17 employees for their involvement in union activities, violating both Turkish and international labour laws.
Rubber sector workers say: “if united we can shake the world”.3 October, 2024On 25-26 September, 140 representatives from rubber and tyre unions from across the globe gathered in Turkey to address key issues impacting major multinational companies like Michelin, Bridgestone, Goodyear, and Pirelli/Prometeon. The focus was on strengthening union power, improving health and safety standards, empowering women, and tackling supply chain challenges.
Türkiye: Steelworkers on strike for more than two months3 September, 2024Workers at Yolbulan Metal San. Tic. Inc. located in Dörtyol district of Hatay province have reached a critical milestone marking 75 days of their strike following a deadlock in collective bargaining negotiations that began in January this year. Despite ongoing efforts to reach an agreement, talks broke down, leading to a strike on June 20, 2024.
Turkish paper workers strike for collective bargaining agreement3 September, 2024As Türkiye grapples with severe economic turmoil, including soaring inflation and a sharp decline in purchasing power, a wave of strikes is sweeping across various sectors, particularly within the manufacturing industries. The latest strike has erupted at MKB Corrugated Box and Packaging in Istanbul’s Tuzla district.
Union busting in Türkiye3 September, 2024Workers at a factory near Istanbul in Türkiye that produce zips for major brands like Inditex, H&M, Lacoste and Adidas, are being denied their legal right to be represented by a union by factory management.
