Closure of Northvolt Battery Factory Leaves Workers in Distress
The closure of Northvolt's Skellefteå factory has left workers facing emotional and economic turmoil.
Key Points
- • Northvolt's bankruptcy has resulted in the shutdown of its Skellefteå battery factory.
- • Employees are receiving notifications to vacate as operations are halted.
- • A 'skeleton crew' remains at the factory during the wind-down process.
- • Union representative Jenny Forsberg highlights the psychological impact on workers.
The bankruptcy of Northvolt has led to the closure of its battery factory in Skellefteå, leaving employees facing significant emotional and economic challenges. Official notifications to vacate the premises have begun, marking the end of a tumultuous period for workers previously involved in the operations.
Union representative Jenny Forsberg has described the situation as a "long process of psychological distress" for the employees who have been grappling with the uncertainty and stress of the factory's closure. A minimal workforce remains, referred to as a "skeleton crew," as operations come to an end. This development not only affects the local economy but also highlights the broader implications of Northvolt's financial troubles in the battery sector.