IG Metall union demands state involvement at German steelmaker Thyssenkrupp
The billions in state funds being called for are aimed not at saving jobs, but preserving the fortunes of the big shareholders.
Dietmar Gaisenkersting•
Cleveland-Cliffs announces takeover of ArcelorMittal’s US operations
The announced deal will position Cleveland-Cliffs as the top producer of flat-rolled steel and iron ore pellet in North America and intensify the restructuring of the global steel industry.
Jessica Goldstein•
United Steelworkers isolate steelworker strike near Pittsburgh
The USW is preparing to betray the 450 workers who have been on strike against NLMK since August 22.
Samuel Davidson•
Union suppresses criticism of job cuts at German steel producer ThyssenKrupp
Major corporations, banks and hedge funds are using the pandemic to launch attacks on wages and jobs worked out long before the crisis.
Dietmar Gaisenkersting•
ArcelorMittal lays off hundreds of steelworkers in Indiana, Ohio
The layoffs in Indiana and Ohio are part of an ongoing global assault on steelworkers’ jobs.
George Gallanis•
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