King has reached a collective agreement with Swedish trade unions after a call for industrial action last week

The Swedish game developer King has finalized a collective agreement with the trade unions Unionen and Sveriges Ingenjörer. This development follows a prior call for industrial action.

Unionen advocated for an agreement to secure job stability and more influence over the terms and conditions at the workplace. They emphasized that this deal marks a key milestone in establishing steady and foreseeable conditions for staff in the long term.

Martin Wästfelt, Unionen's head of negotiations, hailed the agreement as a significant triumph for the union's members at King. He praised their perseverance, noting the obstacles faced and the ultimate achievement when workers unite for their rights.

He commended the collaboration between Unionen and Engineers of Sweden, which has aimed to enhance conditions within the tech and gaming sectors, showcasing the impact of collective efforts.

Henrik Jönsson from King's Unionen branch expressed his pride in the members' relentless pursuit of a collective bargaining agreement, persevering despite the challenges.

King's chief operating officer, Ulrika Höjgård, had previously affirmed the company's dedication to maintaining an open and honest dialogue on significant employee issues following the call for industrial action.

King president Todd Green, in a communication to employees in June, mentioned that rejecting the collective bargaining agreement was a carefully considered decision. He emphasized the company's respect for trade unions and the Swedish labor system, indicating ongoing collaboration with the trade union club.