Fight for independence: IG Metall defends itself against the takeover of the SZAG!

Fight for independence: IG Metall defends itself against the takeover of the SZAG!

On November 5, 2024, an explosive message caused excitement: GP Günther Papenburg AG and TSR Recycling GmbH are planning a takeover offer for the shareholders of Salzgitter AG! Your goal? Get control of 45 percent of Salzgitter AG Plus's shares. A huge step that could turn the future of the company upside down!

The IG Metall Trusters from Salzgitter AG companies from Salzgitter, Peine and Ilsenburg are outraged! They decidedly reject this project and emphasize that the success of Salzgitter AG is the result of hard work of the employees. "With the 'Stahl is a future' campaign, we gave the steel industry a face and fought for fair competitive conditions," they explain. This transformation towards CO2-free steel production was only possible through the commitment of the employees. "We are the key to successful transformation, not profit -driven family businesses!"

claims to those responsible

The trustees require a clear commitment to independence from the board of Salzgitter AG! Control over raw materials, energy and the disposal of residues must remain on their own. They also demand a unanimous position against the takeover from the Supervisory Board. "Neither the previous owners nor the employees can trust that Salzgitter AG will continue after a takeover in the previous form," they warn. The diverse list of the company in the areas of steel production, technology and services ensures economic stability, even in times of crisis.

The IG Metall Disengers also address an urgent appeal to the Lower Saxony state government: "It must take a clear political attitude against the takeover plans! The interests of the employees must not be behind capitalist individual interests." This responsibility extends beyond the national borders, because the state government's self -interest could also be at stake if the takeover comes about. "The products in Salzgitter AG will continue to be made by people in the future. These people are the backbone of our success and need real participation in all decisive decisions," said the urgent call from the trustees.