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.
Manufacturing Manfacture for transport equipment Manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers 29.3 - Manufacture of motor vehicle parts and accessories
135 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
23 May 2025
Employment effect (start)
23 May 2025
Foreseen end date
Description
The Pierburg facility in Lanciano faces potential closure, affecting 135 workers, following parent company Rheinmetall's decision to divest from the automotive sector. The German group's strategy to exit automotive operations threatens the future of the plant, which develops and produces automotive components, modules, and systems.
The UDC political party has called for immediate government intervention to prevent the layoffs, warning of severe consequences for both affected families and the broader economic fabric of the Frentano area and Val di Sangro region. Local representatives emphasize the need for urgent action to protect employment and territorial interests.
Eurofound (2025), Pierburg, Closure in Italy, factsheet number 202851, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://dev.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/202851.
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