1. Samsung Electronics' union plans its first-ever strike over failed wage negotiations, demanding 6.5% pay raises and performance bonuses; 2. Management offered a 5.1% wage increase and special leave but rejected bonus demands; 3. The strike could disrupt global chip supplies and impact Samsung's competitiveness in AI chip development.
Recent #Labor Dispute news in the semiconductor industry
1. TSMC's Arizona semiconductor plant construction faces delays due to disputes over worker training and safety standards; 2. The conflict involves disagreements between TSMC and local labor unions regarding workforce management; 3. The delay may impact TSMC's U.S. expansion plans and global chip supply timelines.
1. Samsung Electronics' unionized workers plan the first full-scale strike in its 55-year history over failed wage negotiations; 2. The National Samsung Electronics Union demands improved performance bonuses and transparent salary calculation methods; 3. The potential strike could disrupt global semiconductor supply chains as Samsung holds 20% global DRAM market share.
1. TSMC faces union criticism in Arizona for importing Taiwanese workers, accused of undermining local job opportunities; 2. The company claims to prioritize local hiring but faces construction delays and cost overruns; 3. U.S. chip subsidies remain delayed while TSMC's Japan plant progresses smoothly.
1. Hyundai Motor Company's labor union decided to initiate a partial strike for four hours each day on July 10 and 11 due to difficulties in wage negotiations. 2. This would be the first strike in six years if it goes ahead. 3. Management and labor have met 11 times since June 23 but failed to narrow their differences, leading to the union's decision to strike.