F.A.Q. Tuem Union

Imagine a workplace where your voice is amplified and your interests are fiercely defended. By joining TUEM, you’re not just becoming a member. You’re joining the largest, most dynamic family of MUAC’s staff. With over 600 active and retired professionals standing together, our union transforms individual challenges into collective victories. At TUEM, every member counts, and together, we build a stronger, fairer future for Maastricht UAC. Embrace the power of unity.

Your EUROCONTROL grade determines your membership contribution.

The contribution is quarterly:

  • Pensioners: 15€ per quarter
  • AST 1-6 / AD 5-6: 50€ per quarter
  • All O-grades & AST /AD≥7: 100€ per quarter
  • Ab-Initios: free membership until establishment

During the first 5 years of your membership, you must also contribute to the strike fund (€100/year, collected in June). This contribution is refundable when you retire from EUROCONTROL. It is not refundable when you leave the TUEM before your retirement for any reason.

Are you an active MUAC staff member? Then TUEM is the place for you! By joining, you become part of a vibrant community that stands united in advocating for your rights and interests. At TUEM, every active voice contributes to a powerful collective force, transforming individual efforts into lasting change. Together, we are not just strong, we’re unstoppable. Join TUEM and let your voice be heard!

 

No. According to Article 26 §4, refunds are exclusively available to members. This means that to reclaim your strike fund contribution, you must be an active, contributing member at the time you leave the Agency or retire. This policy was established when the strike fund was introduced at the 2002 Annual General Meeting.

No, as outlined in Article 26, §4, refunds for the strike fund contribution are reserved exclusively for members who either retire (including ETS) or leave the Agency.

The strike fund will pay a percentage of the basic salary (of an O2/1 grade).

  • the first 3 days, no compensation will be paid
  • as of day 4 to day 10, –> 50%
  • day 11 to 15 –> 75%
  • more than 15 days: –>  85% until the fund is exhausted

During the first 5 years of your membership, you must also contribute to the strike fund (€100/year, collected in June). This contribution is refundable when you retire from EUROCONTROL. It is not refundable when you leave the TUEM before your retirement for any reason.

Yes, TUEM isn’t just for air traffic controllers. It’s for everyone! Whether you’re part of the engineering team, work in administration, or serve in another support role, TUEM stands with you. We believe that every staff member’s contribution is essential in shaping a fair and supportive work environment. Join us and be part of a community where all voices are heard and every role matters.

HOW CAN WE
HELP YOU?

If you are a member you can contact us via e-mail. But also have a chat with one of our board members.