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flag Austrian bike maker Simplon to open Romanian plant in 2026, shifting production and cutting up to 20% of Austrian jobs.

flag Austrian bike maker Simplon plans to open a production plant in Timișoara, Romania, in early 2026, relocating part of its operations from Austria to address labor shortages and expand capacity. flag The move, part of a broader restructuring, will shift some production to Romania while maintaining core manufacturing in Vorarlberg, Austria, where up to 20% of the 110 local jobs may be lost. flag The new facility, to be operated with partner IKO Sportartikel, aims to improve supply chain efficiency and support long-term growth amid rising demand for high-performance bicycles. flag The project reflects increasing foreign investment in Romania’s industrial sector, driven by its skilled workforce and strategic location.

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