In the course of the corona pandemic, turbulent times are also coming up for Luxair. Solutions are needed. One is to cut almost 600 jobs.

The carrier would find itself in a financially tense situation - among other things, the demand has decreased more than originally thought. This fact forces the company to act. In a meeting attended by members of the government as well as the unions OGBL and LCGB, a fundamental agreement was concluded: yes, layoffs, no.

The participation and assistance of the state would play an important role in this socially acceptable solution, such as Tagesblatt.lu reported. On the one hand, money will be injected - around 2023 million euros should flow by 50. On the other hand, changes in the law are also necessary. Because around 300 employees are to be reclassified, more than currently allowed. For example, the Luxair pilots could be used by freight companies that have even benefited economically from the crisis. And would just get another employer, but not end up without a job entirely.

The other half should be able to take early retirement. The necessary steps will also be taken for this. The workers' representatives regretted the massive downsizing, but on the other hand supported the fact that there were in fact no layoffs. The collective agreement that expires at the end of the year - this is also part of the overall package that has been agreed - will be extended by three years, but without wage increases for the staff, until the company's economic situation has normalized. Preserving jobs had priority in this case.