Nestle is preparing to close its factory in Romania by the end of May, according to local news website Profit.ro. The company said its decision was made because “new consumption patterns and a labour shortage” were impacting an already competitive market. The shutting down of the facility in the western city of Timisoara will affect 388 staff. (Reporting by Luiza Ilie) In 2013, Nestlé announced plans for a €1 billion expansion into Romania, which would create up to 10,000 jobs.
Nestle is preparing to close its factory in Romania by the end of May, according to local news website Profit.ro. The company said its decision was made because “new consumption patterns and a labour shortage” were impacting an already competitive market. The shutting down of the facility in the western city of Timisoara will affect 388 staff. In 2013, Nestlé announced plans for a €1 billion expansion into Romania, which would create up to 10,000 jobs.