Libbey reaches agreement with union's glass workers

Published 11th February, 2026 by Greg Morris

Libbey has ratified new collective bargaining agreements with union members of its glass manufacturing team in Ohio, USA.

Members of the L59 and L700 locals of the United Steelworkers (USW) union will join the membership of International Association of Machinists (IAM) L1297 and USW L65 that voted to ratify contracts and return to work in late December and early January, respectively.

“We are excited to turn the page, get back to work, rebuild trust, and focus our collective effort on restoring customer confidence in Libbey," said Libbey CEO, Mike Bauer.

The tableware glass manufacturer said the agreements, which are until September 2029, provide a solid foundation for continued operational excellence while ensuring competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.

By working together, Libbey and union leaders have demonstrated that constructive dialogue and mutual respect lead to outcomes that benefit all stakeholders.

Greg Morris

Glass International Editor

Greg Morris has been editor of Glass International and organiser of the Glassman conferences since 2012, specialising in glass packaging. Prior to this he spent five years working in newspaper journalism.