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.
Administrative Services Office Administrative, Office Support And Other Business Support Activities Business Support Service Activities N.E.C. 82.9 - Business support service activities n.e.c.
100 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
31 August 2017
Employment effect (start)
Foreseen end date
Description
BGM Energy UK is reported to have signed a deal with a major energy supplier and will create 100 new jobs as a consequence. The company, based in Bridgeton in the east end of Glasgow, was founded in 2013 and specialises in helping customers reduce their energy bills. There is no information about when the positions are expected to be filled, although reportedly the recruitment process is already underway. Roles are being offered in various functions across the business.
Sources
31 August 2017: Glasgow Evening Times
Citation
Eurofound (2017), BGM Energy UK, Business expansion in United Kingdom, factsheet number 91901, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://restructuringeventsprod.azurewebsites.net/restructuring-events/detail/91901.
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