The restructuring events database contains factsheets with data on large-scale restructuring events reported in the principal national media and company websites in each EU Member State. This database was created in 2002.
Transportation / Storage Warehousing And Support Activities For Transportation, Postal And Courier Activities Postal And Courier Activities 53 - Postal And Courier Activities
1,400 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
7 December 2023
Employment effect (start)
7 December 2023
Foreseen end date
7 December 2025
Description
As announced on 7 December 2023, the German parcel delivery firm DPD Deutschland will be cutting up to 1,400 jobs within the next 2 years due to internal restructuring.
The restructuring plan comes in an attempt to improve the company’s competitiveness and long-term performance. DPD Deutschland has been facing a significant reduction in deliveries since the delivery boom during the COVID-19 pandemic. CEO Björn Scheel is aware of the company’s responsibility and intends to make the job reduction as socially responsible as possible.
DPD Deutschland is the second largest parcel delivery company in Germany and has approximately 9,600 employees.
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