Luxembourg trade unions OGBL and LCGB are demanding an emergency meeting with the economy and labour ministers after Tosyali withdrew from its proposed acquisition of Liberty Dudelange.
“It is imperative that all parties involved immediately come together to define clear, concrete, and immediate solutions for employees,” the unions say in a joint note seen by Kallanish.
The unions previously proposed the establishment of a sectoral redeployment unit, based on the “CDR” model used successfully within the tripartite framework of the steel and aviation industries.
“Beyond employees, the country’s industrial future is also at stake. Measures must be taken to preserve threatened production facilities, especially when their viability has been proven. Luxembourg cannot afford to lose its expertise or see its industrial capabilities erode amid indifference,” the unions add.
Tosyali could not be immediately reached for comment.
The Turkish steelmaking group emerged as a potential buyer for bankrupt Dudelange in February. The unit has approximately 140 employees following a reduction in staff. It has remained inactive for more than two years, with the exception of a production test conducted in July 2024.
Adam Smith Poland
