IG Metall has decisively rejected ZF's plans to spin off its drive division, which employs 32,000 people and generates 11.5 billion euros in sales. The union argues that this move does not address the underlying issues facing the company.
The Saarbrücken site, which employs 10,000 workers, is particularly affected, with 1,800 jobs at risk by the end of 2025. ZF's intention is to create a more independent division to attract partners, with a potential sale anticipated in 2026. In response, IG Metall is organizing demonstrations in five cities, urging employers to commit to Germany and halt job cuts and site closures.
The union emphasizes the need for the new government to enhance industrial conditions and ensure social security amid ongoing economic challenges.
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