ContiTech to cut jobs in Germany to improve competitiveness

Continental is planning additional cost reduction measures within its ContiTech group sector to boost competitiveness. Previous measures are no longer sufficient because ContiTech’s key markets and regions continue to underperform and its cost structure remains too high compared with competition, a release shows.

To improve its competitiveness, ContiTech aims to generate annual savings of 150 million euros, primarily within administrative structures, from 2028. The planned measures, including relocating activities, reducing headcount and adjusting processes, will be implemented across all parts and levels of the organization starting in 2026.

The exact number of jobs to be cut in Germany and the approach to implementation will be determined in cooperation with social partners. Most of the expected changes will affect ContiTech operations based in Hanover, with plans to relocate some activities to countries with more competitive cost structures.

“Cost pressure is increasing due to a changing market environment, slower growth rates in key economies and industries, ongoing uncertainty from trade conflicts and intensifying competition – particularly from China,” explained Philip Nelles, member of the Continental Executive Board and head of the ContiTech group sector. “Adjusting our cost structure is necessary regardless of the planned sale of ContiTech and its future ownership. A competitive cost level is essential for our long-term viability. We are acting decisively to unlock our medium- and long-term potential, which we firmly believe in,” added Nelles.