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.
Northern Ireland; Northern Ireland; Mid and East Antrim
Location of affected unit(s)
Larne
Sector
Manufacturing (32) Other manufacturing 32.5 - Manufacture of medical and dental instruments and supplies 32.5 - Manufacture of medical and dental instruments and supplies
416 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
19 June 2013
Employment effect (start)
Foreseen end date
Description
Terumo BCT, a Japanese-owned manufacturer of medical devices, will create 416 new jobs in Larne, County Antrim in Northern Ireland. The new positions are supported by over £2m from Invest NI. Part of the funds will contribute to the plant's engagement into research and development. As of 23 June 2013, no timeline has been announced for the implementation of the new jobs.
Sources
19 June 2013: BBC News
Citation
Eurofound (2013), Terumo BCT, Business expansion in United Kingdom, factsheet number 75552, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://apps.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/75552.