nuOct 27, 2026, 15:57

Shipbuilder Damen cuts 225 jobs in the Netherlands

Shipbuilder Damen Shipyards plans to cut 225 jobs in the Netherlands as part of an effort to streamline operations and improve organizational efficiency. The company is currently negotiating a social plan with trade unions to support staff while continuing to invest in technology and strategic growth.

Shipbuilder Damen Shipyards has announced a reorganization plan that will result in the loss of 225 jobs within the Netherlands. The company intends to simplify its organizational structure and improve efficiency, following several years of efforts to refine business processes and risk management. Discussions regarding a social plan to support affected employees are currently underway with trade unions, and formal consultation procedures have been initiated with the works councils.

Despite the upcoming staff reductions, CEO Arnout Damen emphasized that the company remains committed to investing in personnel and technological advancements, including artificial intelligence and digitalization. While the move is intended to ensure the firm remains competitive, it has been met with concern by union representatives such as the CNV. The specific divisions affected by these changes have not yet been disclosed, leaving uncertainty for both office staff and those working on the shipyards as management moves forward with its new strategy.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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