A new step forward for the battery factory in Termoli. In fact, yesterday representatives of Acc, the joint venture formed by Stellantis, Mercedes and Total, which will take care of the construction of the plant, met with the national and regional unions of Molise to discuss the project.
Judging by what it turned out, the essence of the matter was set. Confirmation appeared at the meeting that the government has decided to co-finance investment in a new plant. However, in this regard, the EU is still waiting for permission for state aid.
According to the schedule, the production of cells for batteries expected in 2026. By 2030, the plant will also be of great importance to the local economy. 1800 people will be employed. After full operation, the annual output should be about 40 GWh.
Unions welcomed the launch of this important project. However, they ask that Stellaantis and the government be involved in clarifying all the aspects necessary to ensure the protection of the current workers of the Termoli plant.
We require business continuity between Stellantis and Acc to ensure continued employment, wages and treatment. In addition, institutions need to be involved to request social safety nets and training from the government and the region of Molise.
Essentially, the conversion process of the current Termoli plant it will be long and require several production stops. The first quarter of 2024 will see the first stop in the currency area. About 400 people work on transmissions in this plant. By 2026, the production of fire engines, which employ about 1,000 people, will also be stopped. For this reason, unions are looking to Stellantis to understand how this transformation process will be managed to ensure that workers are protected.
We pledge to ask Mimit for the immediate convening of all involved entities to ensure that this comprehensive transformation project, which brings with it an important strategic industrial project for our country, will end positively in the interests of workers and society. territory.
Source: HD Motori
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