Recommendations Ahead of the Strike in the Balearic Islands Metal Sector

The Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Balearic Islands Metalworking Industry remains under negotiation after the conciliation meeting held on 16 July at the Arbitration and Mediation Tribunal of the Balearic Islands (TAMIB) ended without an agreement.

AENIB and ANEN are participating in the negotiations through the Balearic Metal Federation (FEBAME), the employers’ association to which both organisations belong. In the absence of an agreement, UGT FICA, CCOO Industria and USO Industria have called four days of strike action on 27, 28, 29 and 30 July 2026.

The agreement applies to companies and employees working in industry, services and technical activities within the metal sector. In the marine industry, it particularly affects shipyards, workshops and ancillary companies involved in the construction, repair and maintenance of vessels.

Since 29 January, employers’ representatives and trade unions have held numerous meetings in an effort to reach a balanced and sustainable agreement. During this process, FEBAME has submitted a proposal providing for a salary increase of up to 15.4% for the 2026–2029 period, including compensation for loss of purchasing power (IPPA).

The offer also includes improvements such as the regulation of overtime, the creation of a technical committee to examine a reduction coefficient for the retirement age, the adaptation of the disciplinary framework and the introduction of LGBTI protocols, as well as procedures for emergencies and mobility.

FEBAME has highlighted the considerable financial effort involved in this proposal for a sector made up predominantly of small and medium-sized companies and remains open to dialogue in order to reach an agreement that improves working conditions without compromising competitiveness or business viability.

Against this backdrop, AENIB and ANEN would like to share with their member companies the recommendations provided by FEBAME for managing the strike days with proper planning, calm and full respect for the legal framework.

Companies must guarantee both the right to strike of those who choose to take part and the right to work of those who decide to continue their activity. To minimise potential disruption, companies are advised to review work schedules, coordinate the delivery and receipt of goods, inform clients of possible delays and ensure that documents, tools and equipment are properly protected.

The informational activity of pickets is legally protected, but actions that prevent access to workplaces, block entrances or exits, or involve threats, coercion, property damage, occupation, sabotage or violence are not. In the event of any incident, companies are advised to remain calm, avoid confrontation, document what has occurred and request the assistance of the police or other security forces when necessary.

As each company may face particular circumstances, FEBAME recommends consulting its Legal Department before taking any decisions concerning work organisation, the replacement of employees, disciplinary measures, formal complaints or possible property damage.

AENIB and ANEN are making all the information provided by the metal sector employers’ association available to their members and recommend following the progress of the negotiations, in the hope that dialogue will lead to an agreement that benefits the sector as a whole.

Members requiring further information or wishing to make an enquiry may contact AENIB by email at secretaria@aenb.es.