Overview
- Verallia Deutschland said it is assessing a closure of its Essen site, with no final decision announced.
- Production would be consolidated at three German plants in Bad Wurzach, Neuburg an der Donau and Wirges if the plan proceeds.
- The review follows what the company describes as structurally weaker European demand since the pandemic and declining alcohol consumption.
- Management pledged a social dialogue with the works council and trade unions to support affected employees during the process.
- Essen’s mayor, Thomas Kufen, voiced concern and said the city and its economic agency will coordinate assistance for the roughly 300 workers.