Ford reducing workforce by 1,000 in Cologne.
In a recent announcement, Ford has indeed revealed plans to reduce its workforce in Cologne, Germany, as a response to weak demand for electric vehicles in Europe. The company aims to avoid dismissals for operational reasons for the time being.
The Ford plant in Cologne, a significant part of the city's history since 1930, will see its workforce decrease from around 20,000 at the end of the last decade to approximately 7600 employees by the end of the planned measures. From January 2026, Ford will switch production from two-shift to single-shift operation in Cologne, resulting in up to 1000 job cuts.
The employee representation at Ford in Cologne, including the works council (Betriebsrat) and the trade union IG Metall, are involved in negotiations concerning the reduction of around 1,000 jobs in production and adjacent areas. Affected employees will receive voluntary severance packages or partial retirement offers.
The decision comes after Ford had invested almost 2 billion euros in a new electric vehicle plant in Cologne, but has since been struggling with disappointing sales figures. The company is intensifying cost-cutting measures to adapt to the current market conditions.
Meanwhile, Stellantis is recalling 756,900 vehicles worldwide due to a fire hazard, unrelated to the Ford situation.
As for the vehicle technology sector, while there are job opportunities, no specific details are given regarding the impact on Ford's workforce in this area.
It's important to note that no details about potential job losses at Bosch are provided in this article. Additionally, there are no updates about bike technology, campers, or speed limits on German motorways in this paragraph.
The exact number of job cuts will be determined after talks with employee representatives, with around 900 being a possibility. Ford cites the significantly lower demand for electric vehicles in Europe as the reason for this step.
The company's focus remains on creating sustainable and innovative solutions for the future of mobility, even as it navigates these challenging times.
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