The equipment manufacturer announced, on February 22, that it is going to close its Puerto Real factory, in Andalusia. Notably specialized in the production of steering, suspension and rolling bearing systems, this company, employing 1,600 people, is supposed to have accumulated, in the last five years, losses amounting to 150 million euros. The regional government is denouncing the attitude of companies which supposedly beneficiated from subventions in exchange for commitments guaranteeing employment. (Ref. 070177)
The public authorities reacted vociferously. The company expressed its will to “immediately” open a dialogue with representatives from employees, administration and public institutions. But this announce came as shock in Andalusia, where the regional government and unions are accusing Delphi of neglecting the legislation and not respecting agreements taken with the employees on the one hand, and with public powers on the other. The regional government reminded that Delphi received 60 million eu
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