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The future of the Mercedes plant in Ludwigsfelde is shaky: IG Metall sounds the alarm!
IG Metall is calling for clear future prospects for the Mercedes plant in Ludwigsfelde as uncertainty about jobs grows.
The future of the Mercedes plant in Ludwigsfelde is shaky: IG Metall sounds the alarm!
In Ludwigsfelde, where the Mercedes-Benz plants are busy producing van models such as the Sprinter and E-Sprinter, there is a lot of activity. Almost 1,800 employees face an uncertain future, and the MAZ reports that IG Metall is demanding clear statements from Mercedes. This uncertainty is reinforced by the announcement that series production of the Sprinter models will end by the end of 2029.
The Brandenburg state government fears that hundreds of jobs are at risk of being cut. Criticism also comes from union representatives who fear that the closure of the plant and the exodus of skilled workers could become commonplace. Previous measures to secure the future have only secured around 200 jobs - far too few, say the employees.
Realignment of production
Mercedes-Benz has announced that it will reorganize its production structure. In concrete terms, this means that the production of electric vans may be relocated to Poland. This deeply worries the workforce, as up to 2,000 jobs in Ludwigsfelde could be at risk by 2030 MB Passion quoted. The first representative of IG Metall, Tobias Kunzmann, states that after 2030 only around 500 jobs could probably be retained.
“The workforce is dissatisfied with the uncertainty about their future,” continued Kunzmann. An action day by IG Metall is also being organized today in Ludwigsfelde, where several hundred participants are expected.
Political reactions and demands
The political reaction to the situation in Ludwigsfelde is clear: Brandenburg's Economics Minister, Daniel Keller, sees the future of production as uncertain and is calling for quick solutions. It's not just about the employees in the plant, but also about how the state government can react to possible production stops. IG Metall's demands for a long-term concept for the location are therefore of central importance in order to secure employees beyond 2030.
Although Mercedes emphasizes that production will continue as long as demand exists, the fact remains that uncertainty is weighing on minds. “We need clear perspectives for our employees,” is the tone of the workforce and the unions. The pressure is growing and it will be exciting to see what happens in the coming months.