Rhode Island Airport Corporation Announces Successful Outcome of Mediation Proces

March 13, 2025 – Today, the Rhode Island Airport Corporation Board of Directors unanimously approved the 2024-2027 collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Council 94 Local 2873. The agreement includes a 5 percent wage increase retroactive to July 1, 2024, a 4 percent wage increase in July 2025, and a 3 percent increase in July 2026. The agreement also includes a one-time bonus of $500. Compared locally, these wage increases and bonuses exceed benchmarks. This development comes on the tail of recent news that RIAC has become the country’s fastest-growing airport and received its fourth credit rating increase in 2 years.

“We are pleased this matter has been finalized and has resulted in a positive outcome for all parties. Both the union and management agreed to enter into mediation last month, which proved to be a highly successful vehicle for resolving our differences,” stated Iftikhar Ahmad, President and CEO of the Rhode Island Airport Corporation. “We value our union employees and the collective role they play in the accomplishments we have had in recent years. This contract properly reflects their services and commitment to RIAC’s overall mission.”