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.
Professional Services Scientific research and development Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering 72.1 - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering
280 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
15 May 2025
Employment effect (start)
15 November 2025
Foreseen end date
Description
The electric car developer Zeekr Technology Europe has announced the layoff of 280 employees in Gothenburg, Sweden, which is approximately 40 per cent of the company's workforce in Sweden.
According to the company, the layoffs are a necessary part of reducing operational costs and increasing efficiency.
The company has started negotiations with trade union representatives. Zeekr will additionally review its contracts with external consultants.
Zeekr Technology Europe is part of the Chinese Geely Holding Group and has approximately 720 employees in Sweden.
Eurofound (2025), Zeekr, Internal restructuring in Sweden, factsheet number 202763, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://dev.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/202763.
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