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 Manufacture of rubber, plastic and non-metallic minerals Manufacture of rubber and plastic products 22.2 - Manufacture of plastic products
169 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
21 May 2025
Employment effect (start)
Foreseen end date
31 December 2025
Description
Linden, a subsidiary of the Germany-based manufacturer of plastic components for the automotive industry, will cease operations at the Hustopeče site by the end of 2025 due to the economic situation. The planned layoffs will affect 169 workers. The German owner's decision to close down operations came like a bolt from the blue.
The company specialises in the production of interior and exterior parts, such as emblems, mouldings, grilles, covers, etc.
Linden is currently part of the Plastic Manufacturing Group, which is a leading company in plastic technology with more than 50 years of experience working for the international automotive industry.
Its companies are situated in three locations around Germany and Czechia.
Eurofound (2025), Linden, Closure in Czechia, factsheet number 202798, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://dev.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/202798.
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