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.
United States, China, India, Australy, other locations (Sweden , Spain, Gemany, Italy)
Sector
Manufacturing (26 - 27) Manufacture of electrical, electronic and optical products 27 - Manufacture of electrical equipment 27 - Manufacture of electrical equipment
5,091 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
17 December 2002
Employment effect (start)
1 December 2002
Foreseen end date
Description
The Board of Directors has authorised a number of restructuring measures to improve productivity and adjust the cost structure. In Europe, these measures will affect plants in Italy, Germany, Spain and Sweden. According to the restructuring plan, 99 employees will be dismissed in Sweden.
Citation
Eurofound (2002), Electrolux, Internal restructuring in World, factsheet number 60021, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://apps.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/60021.