Nissan to merge UK production lines and cut 10% of European workforce as part of restructure

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6 May 2026 • 4:32 AM MYT
The Independent
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Nissan to merge UK production lines and cut 10% of European workforce as part of restructure

  • Nissan announced a significant restructuring plan, including the consolidation of two production lines into one at its Sunderland factory.
  • The consolidation at Sunderland aims to boost efficiency and create spare capacity, with no job losses expected at the plant.
  • The Japanese carmaker also confirmed approximately 900 job cuts across its European operations, representing about 10% of its continental workforce.
  • These European job losses stem from proposals such as the partial closure of its Barcelona warehouse and a shift to an importer model for its Nordic markets.
  • The restructuring is part of Nissan's 'Re:Nissan' recovery plan, driven by slower sales and the impact of trade policies under US President Donald Trump.

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