The state-owned Caribbean Airlines Limited (CAL) says it has signed a collective agreement with the Trinidad and Tobago Airline Pilots Association (TTALPA) covering the period September 1, 2020, to August 31, 2023.
“The execution of this agreement also represents the culmination of sustained engagement, extensive dialogue and good-faith negotiations between the parties. It reflects a shared commitment to constructive industrial relations, mutual respect and the long-term stability of the national airline,” the two parties said in a joint statement.
They said that the “agreement addresses the full range of terms and conditions governing pilots’ employment during the covered period, including salaries, allowances and other benefits”.
The statement said that the provides clarity, certainty and alignment for both the company and its pilots.
“Importantly, this achievement marks the second collective agreement concluded between the parties in the past 16 months and allows both parties to move forward with a renewed focus on operational excellence, workforce stability and the financial resilience of Caribbean Airlines in a dynamic aviation industry and geopolitical landscape,” it stated.
“Caribbean Airlines acknowledges the perseverance demonstrated by TTALPA throughout the negotiations and recognises the critical role pilots play in the safe, reliable and efficient delivery of the airline’s services.
“TTALPA, in turn, acknowledges the company’s consistent engagement and its commitment to resolving outstanding matters within the framework of the collective bargaining process,” according to the statement, noitng that both parties would continue to work together on future issues, strengthen labour relations and support the airline’s long-term growth and resilience.
Last April, CAL confirmed that negotiations with TTALPA over the 2020–2023 Collective Labour Agreement were progressing steadily.
In a sttement then, the airline said following the successful conclusion of the 2015–2020 agreement in December 2024, bilateral discussions with TTALPA began in February to finalise the next agreement.
It said one of the key outcomes so far has been a four per cent retroactive pay increase for the 2020–2023 period.
“The negotiated retroactive payments were processed and paid to the pilots on April 11, 2025,” the airline said, adding that the negotiations were continuing in good faith, and expressed optimism that a full settlement will be achieved soon.
“Caribbean Airlines remains focused on building a positive and productive workplace for all its employees, as it continues its mission to connect the Caribbean and serve the region with excellence,” the statement said then. (CMC)