Leonardo, an aerospace company in Italy, has made a deal with unions to keep its Grottaglie plant open. This decision comes after plans to temporarily close the plant due to a slowdown in Boeing 787 production. The agreement was reached after a meeting with Fim, Fiom, and Uilm unions and was confirmed by Leonardo.
The plant will stay operational, but there will be a partial reduction in production activities specifically for the Boeing 787 program. Workers on this program will move to a single shift and use the ordinary redundancy fund. This arrangement will last from July 29 until the end of the year.
Originally, Leonardo had planned a four-month closure starting in June. The Grottaglie plant employs about 1,300 people, producing central fuselage sections for the 787. Leonardo also announced that new work for its helicopter division is expected to create up to 250 new jobs in Grottaglie between 2025 and 2028.
Previously, Leonardo said Boeing’s production issues could cost it around 50 million euros ($54 million) in 2024. Leonardo S.p.A., headquartered in Rome, Italy, is a global high-tech company and a leader in aerospace, defense, and security. Established in 1948, Leonardo operates in five key sectors: Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, and Cybersecurity.
The company is known for its innovative solutions and cutting-edge technologies, serving both civil and military markets worldwide. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, Leonardo’s extensive portfolio includes helicopters, unmanned systems, naval and land defense systems, and satellite communications. Leonardo’s commitment to research and development drives its continuous growth and competitive edge in the global market.
