Boeing factory workers stage strike following rejection of contract offer

Boeing factory workers went on strike after rejecting a new labor contract, halting production of the company’s best-selling airplanes. The workers in the Seattle area and Oregon voted overwhelmingly against the tentative agreement. They cited issues like discriminatory conduct and inadequate benefits as reasons for the strike. The company stated they are willing to renegotiate the contract. The rejected proposal included 25% wage increases, but the union had sought higher raises to cover the cost of living. The strike is a setback for CEO Kelly Ortberg, who had urged workers not to strike. If the strike continues, it could have a significant financial impact on Boeing and its suppliers, potentially costing the company billions. Boeing has been struggling with production issues and industry-wide challenges, including federal scrutiny following a Boeing 737 Max 9 blowout earlier in the year. The strike comes at a time when Boeing is working to recover its reputation and ramp up production.

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