Ahmet Bolat, Chairman of the Board of Turkish Airlines, made important statements on 2026 pay increases, the inflation differential, and the collective bargaining agreement process during the A Para Economy Desk programme.
Ahmet Bolat, Chairman of the Board and Executive Committee of Turkish Airlines (THY), made important statements regarding employee wages, the inflation differential, and the ongoing collective bargaining agreement process during the Economy Desk programme broadcast on A Para.
Collective bargaining agreement process continues
Answering questions on the programme, Ahmet Bolat recalled that in previous years collective bargaining agreements were concluded every three years, and that this period was reduced to two years in line with the union’s request. Stating that negotiations with the union are ongoing, Bolat said the aim is to complete the collective bargaining agreement process as soon as possible.
Pay increase in line with inflation
Bolat noted that the inflation rate over the last six months has reached 12 per cent, and announced that, accordingly, a 13 per cent pay increase has been implemented at THY subsidiary companies for the first six months of 2026. It was stated that this increase covers approximately 50,000 employees.
Share of wages in revenue has increased
Bolat also touched on the share of wages within company revenues, stating that four years ago employees were paid USD 19 out of every USD 100 in revenue, whereas today this figure has risen to USD 26. He emphasised that the current level is comparable to that of major global airline companies.
