Sappi Completes Consultation on Job Cuts at Alfeld Mill
Sappi has concluded the consultation process regarding capacity closures at its Alfeld mill in Germany, resulting in a reduction of around 180 positions.
The reduction will be achieved through a combination of unfilled vacancies, voluntary agreements, and redundancies where unavoidable.
- Shutdown of paper machines 1 and 4
- Offline coater 2 shutdown
- Sheet finishing operations shutdown at the Alfeld site
These changes are part of our broader commitment to optimising operations, enhancing sustainability and ensuring the long-term competitiveness of Sappi Europe.
The measures aim to improve the mill’s profitability and cost competitiveness.
Author's summary: Sappi reduces 180 positions at Alfeld mill.