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.
Manufacturing Manufacture Of Chemicals And Pharamceuticals Manufacture Of Chemicals And Chemical Products 20 - Manufacture Of Chemicals And Chemical Products
100 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
6 February 2024
Employment effect (start)
Foreseen end date
Description
Thermo Fisher/Henogen has announced it will be dismissing 100 of its 305 employees at both facilities in Gosselies and Seneffe. The main reasons behind the restructuring are a lack of budget (leading to reduced options for R&D investments) as well as low(er) market demand. According to the company management, these factors force a reduction in the workforce to cope. At the time of writing, it is still unclear which of both sites will be affected the most by the restructuring measure. As prescribed in the Renault Law, the consultation and information phase between unions and employers has now begun.
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