O-I Glass to close European plant, take about $50 million charge; $20 million more in severance
O-I Glass finalized plans to close a plant in its European segment, affecting about 170 people, with charges of approximately $50 million expected in the first quarter of 2025. It also approved a separate severance program and restructuring actions, with a charge of approximately $20 million expected in the first quarter, aimed at lowering future selling, general and administrative costs. The charges are a near-term cost to shareholders, though the company says the actions are part of its Fit to Win plan to reduce redundant capacity.
Key points
- European plant closure finalized March 18, 2025; about 170 people affected
- Closure charges of approximately $50 million expected in Q1 2025, mostly one-time employee separation benefits and closing costs
- Separate severance and restructuring charge of approximately $20 million expected in Q1 2025, all cash
- Additional capacity closures and restructuring actions expected in 2025
The filing
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