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 Material For Textiles, Apparel, Leather And Related Products Manufacture Of Textiles 13.93 - Manufacture of carpets and rugs
387 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
19 September 2008
Employment effect (start)
1 October 2008
Foreseen end date
31 December 2008
Description
Beaulieu International Group, a manufacturer of carpets and rugs will cut 387 jobs on two of its sites in the Flemish region. One site will be totally closed (Ninove) and the site of Wielsbeke (Floor coverings) will be restructured. Beaulieu employs in Belgium more than 4,000 people. As for the other numerous textile industries in Belgium, Beaulieu knew for several years a decrease in the demand for carpets and the increasing production costs caused an important overcapacity that demanded an important restructuring.
Eurofound (2008), Beaulieu International, Closure in Belgium, factsheet number 67150, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://restructuringeventsprod.azurewebsites.net/restructuring-events/detail/67150.
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