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.
Information / Communication Computer Programming, Consultancy And Related Activities Computer Programming, Consultancy And Related Activities 62.01 - Computer programming activities
New offshoring locations
Croatia
166 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
12 October 2012
Employment effect (start)
1 August 2013
Foreseen end date
31 August 2013
Description
Invensys, a global technology group operating with three business divisions (operations management, rail and controls), is to close its plant located in Belluno, with the consequent loss of 166 jobs.
According to reports, the production of electronic controls for household appliances will be moved to Croatia. The “mobility” procedure will start in August 2013, after the end of the Wage Guarantee Fund scheme. The regional government has criticized the decision and reminded the management of their obligation to protect the redundant workers.
Sources
14 October 2012: Cronache del Veneto
Citation
Eurofound (2012), Invensys, Offshoring/Delocalisation in Italy, factsheet number 74409, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://restructuringeventsprod.azurewebsites.net/restructuring-events/detail/74409.
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