AkzoNobel has presented a plan to its employee representatives and its employees in France that includes a €22 million investment to establish the Montataire site as a flagship for decorative paint production. This initiative reflects the company’s long-term commitment to industrial excellence and to its operations in France.
These measures are designed to "rationalise, modernise, and optimise AkzoNobel’s operations, ensuring long-term success while maintaining its strong presence in France".
The company also plans to reorganise its commercial and support function and its distribution network, including the transfer of some outlets to independent partners and some closures.
As a result of these operational changes, a reduction of up to 211 positions and the creation of 29 jobs is anticipated in France. The plan would be progressively implemented from May 2025 to the end of 2026. The consultation procedures for these plans have started with local social partners.
In 2024, AkzoNobel as part of its Industrial Excellence program already announced the closure of its manufacturing sites in Groot-Ammers (the Netherlands), Cork (Ireland) and Lusaka (Zambia). Production from these sites has been transferred to other locations in the region.
The company currently has 1,300 employees in France.
