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Strike at beverage supplier Trinks: Negotiations are stuck!
Collective bargaining in the Uckermark leads to a nationwide strike at Trinks. NGG demands higher wages.
Strike at beverage supplier Trinks: Negotiations are stuck!
Today, July 3, 2025, all Trinks locations across Germany are at a standstill due to a nationwide strike. Jörg Dahms, the managing director of the NGG union, sharply criticizes the latest offer from the beverage logistics company Trinks. At collective bargaining negotiations held on June 30, workers were presented with a proposal that was just a few cents above the minimum wage. This inadequate offer stalled the negotiations and triggered the strike, which began on Thursday at 5 a.m. at the Wolfshagen location in Uckerland.
All 16 Trinks locations are now actively involved in the strike. Temporary workers in particular were warned of the possible consequences if they were used as strikebreakers during the industrial dispute. The NGG's concern is clear: they are demanding a salary increase of 300 euros over a period of twelve months. In comparison, the employer side offers a two-stage offer with a 27-month term, which provides for 90 euros gross from October 1st and a further 65 euros gross from 2026. In addition, a one-off payment of 100 euros net is promised for July to September 2025. However, from the perspective of the NGG and the Tariff Commission, these proposals are clearly inadequate.
A strike with consequences
The right to strike is a fundamental element of modern industrial relations in Germany and is protected by Article 9 Paragraph 3 of the Basic Law. It allows employees to collectively stop working to put pressure on employers. A strike is often a last resort measure when negotiations have reached an impasse. This is also the case in the current case, where the demand for an appropriate salary increase has fallen on deaf ears. Strikes systematically lead to production losses, which not only affect the employees involved, but also the company as a whole.
It is essential for employers to understand the challenges that strikes can pose. The disruption to operations and the potential loss of corporate reputation are just some of the problems employers face. Proactive communication and strategic preparation for such industrial disputes are essential in order to keep the impact as low as possible.
A look into the future
In the hope of an improved offer, the next collective bargaining negotiations are scheduled to take place on July 9th. Dahms is optimistic that an agreement could be reached if the employers are prepared to seriously respond to the employees' demands. The strike will continue to leave a lasting impression on both Trinks employees and partner companies who rely on the timely delivery of drinks.
The coming days could be crucial, not only for the future of Trinks GmbH, but also for the entire industry. The NGG and those affected hope for a fair and future-oriented solution that is acceptable for all sides. In the meantime, the Trinks logisticians' chests remain closed due to the worsening situation. Who knows, maybe the turning point is coming sooner than you think?
Further details on the legal aspects of the right to strike can be found at Herfurtner law firm be read. Stay informed about developments in the beverage logistics industry Boersennews and SVZ.