KLM to cut 5,000 jobs, about 15% of its workforce

Dutch airline KLM announces the loss of 5,000 jobs, almost 15% of its workforce. Forced redundancies are to be avoided through natural attrition, voluntary arrangements and transfers; catering and maintenance are to be outsourced and the number of office buildings cut significantly. The company cites high fuel prices, global instability and lost Middle East routes; KLM aims to improve its financial performance by €1bn, after €750m already achieved (NL Times, 5 November 2026; second source: BRF, 5 November 2026).