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Huhtamäki Oyj starts co-operation negotiations at the rigid packaging production unit in Hämeenlinna in order to improve the profitability of the unit. Currently the plant employs some 700 people. The negotiations may lead to a reduction of some 60 people.
The negotiations will be carried out in compliance with the Co-operation Act. Cost base improvements are pursued by rationalizing operations as well as changing operating models and organization structure.
HUHTAMÄKI OYJ Group Communications
Huhtamaki Group is a leading manufacturer of consumer and specialty packaging with 2007 net sales totaling EUR 2.3 billion. Consumer goods and foodservice markets are served by some 15,000 people in 65 manufacturing units and several sales offices in 35 countries. The parent company, Huhtamäki Oyj, has its head office in Espoo, Finland and is listed on the OMX Nordic Exchange Helsinki. Additional information is available at www.huhtamaki.com.