Dacia initiates a voluntary redundancy program with financial incentives between 24,000 and 200,000 lei, in the context of tense salary negotiations.

Dacia, with approximately 11,000 employees, has launched a voluntary redundancy program to streamline its operations, offering financial incentives between 24,000 and 200,000 lei, calculated based on seniority. The company will approve only certain applications, wanting to retain essential staff. Meanwhile, salary discussions are taking place in a tense climate, with a net minimum wage of 4,200 lei and a net average salary of 8,000 lei. Unions are demanding transparency and protection of employees' interests, while Dacia faces pressure to maintain its competitiveness within the Renault Group. The average labor cost in Romania is below 300 euros per vehicle, which provides a competitive advantage, but the company must balance expenses with efficiency. Dacia's restructuring reflects similar trends in the European automotive industry, and the current negotiations are essential for financial stability and employee well-being. Finding a compromise is crucial in a transforming industry.