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    April 11, 2025

    CRU: Tata Steel looks to shed 1,600 jobs in the Netherlands

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    Against the background of a tough market, Mumbai-headquartered Tata Steel is to consult with worker representatives about plans to cut around 1,600 management and support jobs at the IJmuiden works in a restructuring of its Dutch operations. Unions say they are stunned.

    The company said, “The challenging demand conditions in Europe driven by geopolitical developments, trade and supply chain disruptions and escalating energy costs have affected the operating costs and financial performance.”

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