Response to Salary Action Claims Reported in the Press by SASA
Recently, there have been reports in internet news sources and social media platforms regarding some workers at SASA Polyester A.Ş. (SASA) factories staging protests due to not receiving their salaries. In response to such claims, SASA stated that these workers are not employees of SASA, but rather affiliated with subcontractor companies. SASA officials emphasized that there is no debt relationship between the company and the subcontractor firms. Additionally, it was mentioned that SASA is owed money by these subcontractor firms.
The announcement highlighted that SASA places great importance on labor rights and social security, stating that all payments within the company are made regularly and without interruption. The statement pointed out that compliance with labor law and regulations is fundamental, and called on subcontractor firms to fulfill all their legal and financial obligations towards their employees.
Problems arising from subcontractor firm responsibilities SASA indicated that the responsibility for wage issues concerning the subcontractor workers in its factories lies with the subcontractor firms, which need to resolve the issues concerning their workers. The company expressed that the accountability of firms operating in its working areas is not directly connected to SASA, and that the resolution of such issues belongs to the relevant firms.
It was emphasized that the obligation to pay the workers' salaries lies not with SASA, but with the hiring subcontractor firms. SASA stated that it fulfills all its obligations towards its own employees and is not a part of such problems. The company, which exhibits a firm stance on the protection of employee rights, mentioned that it would strengthen all communication channels to rectify the misinformation in the public domain and demonstrate its value for its employees.
Legal measures will be taken against negative perceptions SASA announced that it will take legal action regarding false and misleading news against the company. The company stated that it would take all necessary measures to properly inform the public and eliminate the negative perceptions that have arisen, asserting its rights under the law.
SASA, in a statement respecting the public, declared that it would continue its cooperation and communication to protect the rights of its employees and maintain strong ties with investors and society. The company reiterated its commitment to continue valuing its employees and workers at all times.