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.
Wien (Wien), Linz (Oberösterreich), Graz (Steiermark)
Sector
Transportation / Storage Warehousing And Support Activities For Transportation, Postal And Courier Activities Postal And Courier Activities 53.20 - Other Postal And Courier Activities
128 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
27 May 2024
Employment effect (start)
27 May 2024
Foreseen end date
Description
Foodora, based in Austria, is an online food delivery service. The company plans to cut 128 jobs and close its seven "foodora markets" in Vienna, Linz, and Graz, while outsourcing customer service. Bicycle couriers are not affected.
On May 27, 2024, Foodora reported to the AMS that 128 employees would undergo "mutual termination." CEO Herbert Haas expressed gratitude for their service, noting support packages and assistance for affected staff. Foodora is shifting focus to partnerships with grocery stores, pharmacies, and other retailers, closing its markets over the coming weeks.
Foodora Austria GmbH had 410 employees in 2022, with losses of €16.4 million. The 3,000 delivery riders remain unaffected.
Eurofound (2024), Foodora, Outsourcing in Austria, factsheet number 201343, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://restructuringeventsprod.azurewebsites.net/restructuring-events/detail/201343.
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