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Theo Müller Group factory closures in Germany

Overview

The Theo Müller Group announced the closure of two German production facilities, impacting approximately 320 jobs. In Leppersdorf, Saxony, the subsidiary Sachsenmilch will stop producing sliced and cut cheeses by December 31 due to unfavorable economic conditions and lack of profitability. This move affects roughly 160 employees.

In Rogätz, Saxony-Anhalt, the Homann plant, which produces sauces and deli products, is scheduled to close by the end of September 2027, also affecting about 160 workers. The company cited shifting consumer preferences toward alternative packaging, such as squeeze bottles, which has led to lower capacity utilization and higher costs.

In response to the planned Homann closure, politician Ulrich Siegmund and AfD representatives are attempting to intervene to preserve jobs. CEO Theo Müller has agreed to meet with these representatives to discuss potential solutions for the Rogätz site, which has reportedly struggled with high energy costs.

Entities

Rogätz · Theo Müller · Sachsenmilch · Ulrich Siegmund · AfD

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Ulrich Siegmund seeks to prevent Müller-Werk factory closure

    AfD politician Ulrich Siegmund is negotiating with Müller Group CEO Theo Müller to prevent the closure of a sauce production plant in Rogätz, which threatens 160 jobs.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Theo Müller Group to close two German plants, affecting 320 jobs

    Theo Müller Group is closing two German plants in Leppersdorf and Rogätz, affecting 320 jobs due to high costs and changing consumer preferences.

Sources

augsburger-allgemeine.de · compact-online.de · nius.de