Overview
- Production at Crolles is slated to end by April 2026 under a reorganization that cuts 205 roles and creates 38, for a net loss of 167 jobs.
- Syrup manufacturing will be transferred to partner Slaur-Sardet in Le Havre, with the company stating output will remain in France.
- Teisseire has appointed a specialist to find a buyer for the Crolles site, with a spring 2026 window before activities stop if no takeover emerges.
- Employees have occupied the facility and are striking, with union and worker representatives describing shock and uncertainty and TF1 reporting over 80% participation.
- Industry data point to falling syrup volumes over ten years and sharp price increases in 2022–2023, with analysts also citing soda taxes and private-label competition as headwinds.