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International unions and TNT discuss conditions of employment
26 March 2008, 17:45 CET - Amsterdam, TNT representatives today held constructive talks with a delegation from the international umbrella union UNI (Union Network International). Besides UNI, Abva/Kabo, FNV Bondgenoten and the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) took part in the discussion.
The talks aimed to clarify the parties' positions on the conditions of employment for postal sector employees in the various countries where TNT operates. The conditions of employment in the postal sectors of Germany and the Netherlands received a particular attention.
"We have had constructive talks", said Herna Verhagen, TNT's Managing Director Group HR. TNT has always been in favour of a fair and realistic minimum wage. Verhagen: "The minimum wage, however, must not be misused to hinder competition or protect one of the market players."
About TNT
TNT N.V. provides businesses and consumers worldwide with an extensive range of services for their mail and express delivery needs. Headquartered in Amsterdam, TNT offers efficient network infrastructures in Europe and Asia and is expanding operations worldwide to maximize its network performance. TNT serves more than 200 countries and employs more than 161,500 people. Over 2007, TNT reported EUR 11 billion in revenues and an operating income of EUR 1,192 million. TNT is listed on the Amsterdam stock exchange. The company recognizes its social responsibility, and has formed partnerships with the United Nations World Food Programme and the United Nations Environmental Programme to fight hunger and pollution.