Stellantis unions at the Melfi plant in southern Italy have called for a one-day strike over the automaker’s lack of new details about its future production plans. The company had previously announced its intention to produce five new models at the Melfi plant, but unions claim that Stellantis has not provided updates on the fifth model and which models will be assembled at the facility. The strike will result in a total halt of operations at the plant for one day. The unions’ action is separate from the ongoing strike by United Auto Workers in the U.S.
Stellantis Unions Call for 1-Day Strike at Melfi over New Models
Unions at Stellantis’ Melfi plant in southern Italy have called for a one-day strike due to the automaker’s failure to provide new details about its future production plans. Stellantis had previously announced its intention to produce five new models at the Melfi plant, which employs over 5,000 workers. However, the company declined to give updates on the fifth model and which models will be assembled at the facility during a recent meeting with the unions. As a result, workers are called to a strike that will halt operations at the plant for one day.
Unions Demand Clarity on Future Production
Unions at Stellantis’ Melfi plant are demanding clarity from the automaker regarding its future production plans. The company had previously stated its intention to produce five new models at the facility, but unions claim that Stellantis has not provided updates on the fifth model and which models will be assembled at the plant. The lack of information has led to frustration among workers, prompting them to call for a one-day strike. The unions are seeking transparency and a clear roadmap for the future of production at the Melfi plant.
Impact of the Strike
The one-day strike called by unions at Stellantis’ Melfi plant will have a significant impact on operations. The plant, which currently builds the Fiat 500X, Jeep Renegade, and Jeep Compass, will come to a total halt for the duration of the strike. The unions’ action is a response to the automaker’s failure to provide updates on future production plans, particularly regarding the fifth model and which models will be assembled at the facility. The strike highlights the concerns of workers and their demand for clarity and transparency from Stellantis.
