Washington — Boeing announced Tuesday that it has withdrawn its pay offer to approximately 33,000 striking U.S. West Coast factory workers, stating that no further negotiations are planned with their union representatives.
In a recent email to Boeing employees, Chief Operating Officer Stephanie Pope expressed gratitude for their efforts during a challenging period for the company. The email acknowledged the impact of recent cash preservation measures on employees and their families.
According to the email, the ongoing strike in the Pacific Northwest has significantly affected Boeing’s operations, customers, and surrounding communities. Pope stated that the leadership team has been actively seeking common ground with the union throughout the negotiation process.
The email indicated that the company recently concluded a third round of bargaining with a federal mediator, which included two days of discussions this week. Pope noted that the Boeing team negotiated in good faith, presenting new proposals aimed at reaching a compromise, including increases in take-home pay and enhancements to retirement benefits.
Pope also mentioned that the union reportedly did not seriously consider these proposals, opting instead for demands that exceeded what the company could accept while remaining competitive. As a result, Boeing has withdrawn its offer, and Pope indicated that further negotiations are not feasible at this time.
“This is a disappointing outcome and not one we wanted. We remain committed to finding a resolution and will work with the union when they are ready to bargain an agreement that recognizes our employees and preserves our company’s future,” Pope said in her email.
