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 pharmaceuticals Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products 20.5 - Manufacture of other chemical products
169 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
7 March 2025
Employment effect (start)
7 March 2025
Foreseen end date
Description
The Lubrizol France group is cutting 145 jobs at its Rouen site and 24 positions nationwide.
With a total workforce of 367, the Rouen site specialises in manufacturing lubricants for vehicles. However, the company is facing economic challenges due to the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, increased foreign competition, and a decline in demand for thermal vehicles. As a result, some of its activities will be relocated, partly to Le Havre and partly to locations outside Europe.
This restructuring plan is expected to further impact the chemical industry in Seine-Maritime, which is already experiencing significant difficulties.
Eurofound (2025), Lubrizol France, Internal restructuring in France, factsheet number 202461, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://restructuringeventsprod.azurewebsites.net/restructuring-events/detail/202461.
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