Union IG Metall advocates for a swifter expansion of electrical mobility in the Eastern region.
In the heart of Eastern Germany, the IG Metall automotive conference in Chemnitz was a bustling hub of discussion and debate. The event, attended by trade unionists, works councils, scientists, politicians, and non-unionists, was a testament to the importance of electric mobility in the region.
The first chairwoman of IG Metall, Christiane Benner, emphasised the future of mobility lies in electric vehicles. She stated that tens of thousands of jobs in manufacturers and suppliers depend on the development of electric mobility, and many companies in the automotive industry are under significant pressure. Some are reportedly struggling so much that they are 'up to their necks in water.'
Ms. Benner urged both politics and industry to take action, calling for a faster expansion of electric mobility. She encouraged companies to invest and drive innovations in electric mobility instead of laying off people. The regional leader of IG Metall for Berlin, Brandenburg, and Saxony, Jan Otto, echoed these sentiments, warning of a potential 'second de-industrialization in the East' if action is not taken.
Mr. Otto demanded binding commitments from companies on locations and employment, and called for the swift implementation of planned incentives for electric cars from the federal government. He emphasised the importance of maintaining the strong position Eastern Germany has established with the settlement of new plants in the electric mobility sector.
The conference was a call to arms for the expansion of electric mobility. The IG Metall has made it clear that they see electric mobility as a central industry, especially in Eastern Germany. As the industry faces challenges, it is crucial that politics does more to support its expansion, as stated by Ms. Benner. The future of mobility, and the jobs that come with it, depends on it.
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