A collective agreement ⁣has been reached, resulting in a 2.75% increase in wages for workers in the stone and⁢ ceramic industry. This translates to up to 1,130 euros more‍ annually in the KV wage.

The agreement, effective May 1, 2025, includes a 2.75% ‍increase in both collective and actual⁢ wages.This increase aims to secure purchasing power for skilled workers during‍ challenging ‍economic times.

Significant improvements were also achieved in framework law. Day money⁢ was increased by ‍13.6%, rising from EUR 2.20 to EUR 2.50 per hour, up to the tax-free limit. Allowances also increased by 2.75%.

Negotiations were based on a consumer price index (CPI) of 2.75%.

Such agreements in ‍arduous times are not a random product. They ‍are the result of year-round dialog with our social partners – at eye level, with mutual respect. ‍Especially in difficult times, ⁢it shows how significant a functioning ‍social partnership is. Given‍ the ‍third year of recession in a row, a especially big challenge.⁤ Our agreements are ‍based ⁣on⁤ duty – towards the people who work, and the companies that ‍concern them. The result: a fair agreement that strengthens our specialists and recognizes their performance.