Tyre maker Michelin to close French site that has 619 staff

The logo of Michelin Group is seen ahead of a news conference to present the company's 2018 annual results in Paris, France, February 11, 2019. REUTERS/Philippe Wojazer - Copyright PHILIPPE WOJAZER(Reuters)

By Reuters

Published on 10/10/2019 - 13:04•Updated 25/04/2024 - 08:46

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PARIS (Reuters) - French tyre maker Michelin <MICP.PA> said on Thursday it would close down a site in the town of La Roche-sur-Yon, which has 619 staff, as the auto industry grapples with tough market conditions.

The closure of the site at La Roche-sur-Yon comes after Michelin announced in September plans to close down a plant in Bamburg, Germany.