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Volkswagen management to discuss restructuring and potential plant closures

German carmaker Volkswagen is set to hold management meetings on Thursday to address significant restructuring plans, as unions prepare to protest against potential job losses and closures.

By 9 Jul 2026 · 08:00 CET Updated 9 Jul 2026 · 08:00 CET

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Management at the German automotive firm Volkswagen are meeting on Thursday to deliberate on restructuring plans. According to The Local, these proposals could represent the most significant reorganisation in the history of the global automotive industry, potentially involving large-scale job cuts and the closure of production facilities.

Trade unions have responded to the proposed measures by planning protests. Representatives intend to challenge the management's strategy, which has sparked concerns regarding the future of the company's workforce and its manufacturing footprint in Germany.

Source: The Local. Read the original report ↗

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