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 (18) Printing and reproduction of recorded media 18 - Printing and reproduction of recorded media 18 - Printing and reproduction of recorded media
130 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
3 March 2008
Employment effect (start)
Foreseen end date
3 April 2008
Description
Dublin printing firm Microprint is to close on 3rd April 2008 with the immediate loss of 130 jobs, after experiencing what have been reported as serious losses. The company has cited the reasons for closure as declining volumes in the computer manual market, uncertainty over contracts, competition and a high cost base. Microprint is a computer manual and magazine company.
Eurofound (2008), Microprint, Closure in Ireland, factsheet number 66369, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://apps.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/66369.