Combining union resources: the dynamics of strategic success during an automotive factory closure

The purpose of this article is to critically examine the collective bargaining strategies employed by unions during the closure of Nissan Zona Franca and to challenge the assumption that institutional and mobilising power resources are mutually exclusive. By focusing on unions’ ability to mobilise r...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autores: Las Heras Cuenca, Jon, Rísquez, Mario, Messina, Ignacio
Tipo de recurso: artículo
Fecha de publicación:2025
País:España
Institución:Universidad del País Vasco
Repositorio:Addi. Archivo Digital para la Docencia y la Investigación
OAI Identifier:oai:addi.ehu.eus:10810/78001
Acceso en línea:http://hdl.handle.net/10810/78001
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palabra clave:union renewal
power resources
strikes
factory closure
institutional resources
automotive industry
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Sumario:The purpose of this article is to critically examine the collective bargaining strategies employed by unions during the closure of Nissan Zona Franca and to challenge the assumption that institutional and mobilising power resources are mutually exclusive. By focusing on unions’ ability to mobilise rank-and-file workers and intervene in industrial policy, the article highlights the limitations of micro-corporatist approaches in securing long-term employment. It argues for a more dynamic, context-sensitive understanding of how unions can combine and generate power resources. Ultimately, the study seeks to contribute to union renewal literature by offering actionable insights for navigating global industrial challenges.