Deutsche Bahn agrees wage deal to end strikes
STORY: Germany's national rail operator agreed a wage deal with the key GDL union on Tuesday.
Deutsche Bahn said it would reduce train drivers' hours as part of a move to end strikes.
A so-called "working time corridor" will be set up.
It allows train drivers to gradually reduce their working time to 35 hours per week by 2029, while keeping wages at the same level.
Deutsche Bahn added those who wish to keep working a 40-hour week would get a 2.7% hourly wage increase.
Both sides agreed there would be no more strikes for nearly two years as part of the agreement.
They have settled on a salary increase and a one-off inflation compensation payment.
Deutsche Bahn will hope the deal brings an end to months of dispute and nationwide strikes.
Germany has been hit by a wave of industrial action.
High inflation and staff bottlenecks soured wage negotiations in the transport sector.
It's led to strikes in national rail, air travel and public transport.
