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.
Dublin (Ireland), London (United Kingdom), Munich (Germany), and other units
Sector
Information / Communication Computer Programming, Consultancy And Related Activities Computer Programming, Consultancy And Related Activities 62 - Computer programming, consultancy and related activities
1,000 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
30 January 2011
Employment effect (start)
1 February 2011
Foreseen end date
31 December 2011
Description
Google has announced its intention to create 1000 jobs throughout Europe in 2011. The main European offices of Google are located in Ireland, the United Kingdom and Germany. Most of the new job growth is expected in those countries. The European expansion plans are mirrored by the global growth of the company. Additionally, Google plans to create 5200 jobs in the Middle East and Africa in 2011.
Sources
Citation
Eurofound (2011), google, Business expansion in World, factsheet number 71705, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://restructuringeventsprod.azurewebsites.net/restructuring-events/detail/71705.
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