The cabin crew of the Swiss airline Edelweiss has approved the new collective agreement "GAV25" with an overwhelming majority of 91,9 percent. According to the airline, the new collective agreement is intended to improve working conditions on board and will take effect on May 1, 2025. The approval was achieved with over 80 percent of employee participation.
The new contract has a minimum term of five years and applies to the approximately 880 cabin crew members. Edelweiss expressed its satisfaction with the clear vote and emphasized that the CLA25, following the approval of the pilots' CLA last year, represents an important foundation for the company's future stability and growth.
With the introduction of six new Airbus A350s, the leisure airline also begins a new chapter in its long-haul business. Fleet growth is leading to an increased need for qualified personnel in both the cockpit and cabin, which is why Edelweiss is continuously recruiting new employees. The new collective agreement is intended to ensure modern working conditions and thus strengthen Edelweiss' attractiveness as an employer.
The agreement with the cabin crew is considered an important step for Edelweiss to remain competitive in the long term and successfully meet the challenges of the aviation market. The new collective agreement is intended to meet both the needs of the employees and the airline's operational requirements.
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