Verallia initiates review of European sites amid demand slowdown

Verallia Group is evaluating changes to its European operations in response to weakening demand for glass packaging. The company is assessing possible site closures and production adjustments across Germany, France, and the UK. In a statement, Verallia outlined several proposals. In Germany, subdued demand in the region is leading the company to consider closing its Essen site, which could result in the loss of around 300 jobs. Production from Essen would be redistributed to facilities in Bad Wurzach, N ...