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.
Manufacturing (29 - 30) Manufacture for transport equipment 29.3 - Manufacture of motor vehicle parts and accessories 29.3 - Manufacture of motor vehicle parts and accessories
600 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
12 February 2009
Employment effect (start)
Foreseen end date
Description
On 12 February, Hyva, the world market leader in the production of hydraulic cilinders for trucks and trailers, announced that it is to cut 600 jobs worldwide. The Netherlands-based company employs 2,400 people worldwide. The majority of the employees that will be dismissed have flexible contracts.
Sources
13 February 2009: Het Financieele Dagblad
Citation
Eurofound (2009), Hyva, Internal restructuring in World, factsheet number 68154, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://apps.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/68154.