News / Boeing’s turnaround plan hits a hurdle as machinists vote to continue strike

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Boeing’s travails continue as its machinists voted to continue a strike that has hobbled aircraft production and aggravated the company’s financial woes since 13 September.

The strikers have rejected a 35% wage hike offer by management a few days ago.

Nearly two-thirds (64%) of the 33,000 members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, districts 751 and W24, who voted rejected the proposal. While some called it a step in the right direction, many see restitution of retirement benefits, wrested ...