DistantNews
Support us
🇩🇰 Denmark /Economy & Trade

Danish Sugar Factory in Nakskov to Close, Affecting 150 Jobs

From Berlingske · () Danish

Translated from Danish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement New plan
  • Nordzucker, owner of Nordic Sugar, will close its sugar factory in Nakskov, Denmark, impacting up to 150 jobs starting in 2027.
  • The sugar production is scheduled to cease after the current harvest and processing are completed in January 2027.
  • The company cites the need to maintain competitiveness and create a more efficient production network as reasons for the closure.

Nordzucker, the parent company of Nordic Sugar, has announced the closure of its sugar factory in Nakskov, located on the Danish island of Lolland. This decision is expected to affect approximately 150 jobs, with the closure slated to take effect from 2027.

According to a press release from the German-based Nordzucker, sugar production at the Nakskov facility will conclude after the ongoing harvest and processing are finished, which is anticipated in January 2027. Following this, the company plans to repurpose the site to function solely as a sugar packaging facility.

The company stated that the decision was made to safeguard its overall competitiveness and to establish a more efficient production network across its operations. This move is part of a broader strategy to streamline its business and adapt to market conditions.

The closure represents a significant blow to employment in Nakskov, a town reliant on the sugar factory for a substantial number of jobs. The impact on the local economy and the affected workers is a primary concern following this announcement.

DistantNews Editorial

Originally published by Berlingske in Danish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

More Stories

From Our Blog