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Reduction in workforce at Audi subsidiary: 300 jobs at risk!
Audi is reorganizing and planning layoffs at its subsidiary PSW in Ingolstadt, while opposition from IG Metall is announced.
Reduction in workforce at Audi subsidiary: 300 jobs at risk!
In the last few weeks there has been more and more news about drastic changes in the automotive industry, and now the Audi subsidiary PSW automotive engineering GmbH is also affected. How Mercury reports, a reorganization is imminent that will have far-reaching consequences for employees in Germany. PSW, which was founded in 2007 and is based in Gaimersheim, near Ingolstadt, plans to lay off around 30% of its workforce. This affects around 300 employees, especially in Neckarsulm, where around 100 employees could lose their jobs.
The background to this step is alarming: Audi is confronted with dwindling sales and increased costs. This situation forces the company's management to take measures that are perceived as serious interventions in the structure of the company. The Neckarsulm location plays a particularly significant role here, as the closure there would be a bitter blow not only for the employees, but also for the affected regions and their economy.
Resistance from the workforce
The works council and IG Metall have already announced resistance and are fighting to preserve jobs and the location. IG Metall plans to hold negotiations in the coming weeks to support the affected employees. It is emphasized that although PSW is doing well overall, the closure of a site is always viewed as a significant action.
In addition, current developments within the group-wide Volkswagen Group show the shocking effects of a chip shortage on production. Golf production at the main plant in Wolfsburg was temporarily stopped, which underlines the challenge facing the industry.
Outlook and comments
PSW has established itself as an important partner for Audi AG in the past, but the current economic conditions are putting the company's strategy under massive pressure. The coming weeks will be crucial, both for IG Metall's negotiations and for the future of PSW and its employees.
In summary, the road ahead for PSW will be rocky as the entire auto industry adapts to the new realities. Despite the challenges, the situation is also a look at the rapid changes that the automotive industry is currently going through. If you are interested in the new developments and discussions, you can also check out the extensive classified ads in the forum Auditine Browse where car fans and those interested in cars from the Audi family discuss and trade.