Opel cancels exchange at its main plant in Russelsheim

Opel cancels exchange at its main plant in Russelsheim, caused by low demand in the European market. This situation is forcing the Opel brand, part of the Stellantis group, to reduce production. At the same time, the plant temporarily switches from working in two shifts to just one.

Low demand for some models has forced Opel to make the decision to reduce production at its largest plant. In Russelsheim, Germany, work will be temporarily carried out in a single shift.

Falling sales force Opel to drop an exchange at its main plant in Russelsheim

This decision affects about 1,600 employees, who are sent on paid leave for a few days. According to the German publication Automobilwoche, production at the Russelsheim plant will even be completely suspended from December 2 to 6, 2024. Subsequently, the activity will be resumed, from December 9, with a single shift. „Probably by the end of January 2025,” an Opel spokesman said.

Opel cancels exchange at its main plant in Russelsheim

From the first day of December, Opel plants have been working in „flexible” shifts, designed to allow production to be adjusted according to „order peaks and current market requirements”. Thus, the brand’s bosses hope to maximize competitiveness.