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Boeing Considers ‘Next Steps’ After Pulling Contract Offer for Striking Workers

Machinists union survey shows members reject Boeing contract offer as strike marks day 27.

The Boeing 737 MAX assembly line.
Boeing 737 Max assembly line [Credit: Boeing]
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Key Takeaways:

  • Boeing has withdrawn its contract offer to its striking machinists, citing that the union's demands were "non-negotiable" and excessive.
  • The International Association of Machinists (IAM) has been on strike for 27 days, seeking higher pay, better savings plans, and more affordable health insurance.
  • The strike has significantly impacted Boeing, costing an estimated $3.5 billion, halting 737 production, and causing 33,000 workers to lose health care coverage.
  • While Boeing claims it made improved proposals, the union states Boeing refused to propose increases in key areas like wages, retirement, and vacation, leading to the current deadlock.
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Boeing announced this week that the company has withdrawn its contract offer to striking machinists union workers as it considers “next steps.”

The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) has been on strike for 27 days now seeking higher pay, a better savings plan, and more affordable health insurance.

Caleb Revill

Caleb Revill is a journalist, writer and lifelong learner working as a Junior Writer for Firecrown. When he isn't tackling breaking news, Caleb is on the lookout for fascinating feature stories.

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