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.
Wholesale / Retail Retail trade Non-specialised retail sale 47.1 - Non-specialised retail sale
3,500 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
13 November 2024
Employment effect (start)
13 November 2024
Foreseen end date
31 March 2025
Description
Blokker, a well-known retail chain headquartered in Amsterdam, operating across the Netherlands, has filed for bankruptcy. This announcement affects all its 400 non-specialized retail stores nationwide. Blokker, which specializes in home goods and small appliances, has been facing financial difficulties due to declining sales and increased competition from e-commerce. The bankruptcy will lead to significant job losses across its chain of stores. Details such as the timeline for store closures are still being finalized. Blokker has historically been a key player in the Dutch retail market.
Eurofound (2024), Blokker, Bankruptcy in Netherlands, factsheet number 201981, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://restructuringeventsprod.azurewebsites.net/restructuring-events/detail/201981.
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