Thyssenkrupp's restructuring plan could potentially cost 20,000 jobs.
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Thyssenkrupp's restructuring plans could potentially put 20,000 jobs at risk, as estimated by Germany's IG Metall union. The union's second chairman, Jürgen Kerner, has voiced concern, stating the plans focus excessively on maximizing profits and shareholder interests while disregarding employee welfare.
In an interview with the Süddeutschen Zeitung, Kerner, who is also a member of Thyssenkrupp's supervisory board, criticized the company's CEO, Miguel Lopez, for his plans to make all divisions independent, sell them, list them on the stock exchange, or seek partnerships in the coming years.
Employee representatives have expressed a willingness to engage in discussions but have demanded more transparency from Lopez regarding the restructuring plans' details and implications for the workforce.
Thyssenkrupp's restructuring efforts are aimed at addressing its financial challenges, including cumulative annual losses over the past two years and stiff competition from Asian steel producers. The company's job security concerns are not new, with recurring restructuring initiatives affecting employee stability.
The German government and local authorities are closely watching the situation, focusing on job security not just at Thyssenkrupp but also throughout the steel industry and its related value chains. Efforts are underway to mitigate the impact of restructuring on the broader industry, with political figures like Dennis Radtke urging immediate action.
Despite these efforts, the future of job security remains uncertain as Thyssenkrupp continues its overhaul.
- The community, concerned about Thyssenkrupp's restructuring plans and potential job losses, might advocate for a policy that includes measures such as vocational training to help those at risk transition to alternative careers within the industry.
- In an effort to support the affected Thyssenkrupp employees and promote business continuity, local authorities could consider providing financial aid for vocational training programs in related industries as part of a comprehensive approach to industry restructuring.
