Fears over 90 jobs at Dunfermline supplier to bus maker Alexander Dennis

In Dunfermline, nearly 100 employees at Greenfold Systems, a Fife-based company that supplies parts to bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis, have been informed that their jobs are in jeopardy. The company notified 90 staff members last Friday that their positions could be eliminated due to Alexander Dennis’ decision to relocate its operations to England. Greenfold Systems is responsible for constructing bus sides, interdecks, and roofs for Alexander Dennis factories in Falkirk and Larbert.

Richard Lochhead, the Secretary for Business and Employment, expressed his disappointment upon learning about the potential job cuts and offered assistance from the Scottish government to both the company and its employees. The news of the redundancies came after Alexander Dennis disclosed its plan to transfer all operations to a new location in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, resulting in the closure of facilities in Falkirk and Larbert, and the loss of 400 jobs. This move would not only impact the employees directly but also have broader economic implications on suppliers like Greenfold Systems.

The situation was brought to light by The Courier, reporting the uncertainty faced by Greenfold Systems’ workforce. Craig Waterson, the managing director, acknowledged the challenging circumstances, emphasizing the importance of a clear resolution regarding Alexander Dennis’ future plans. Waterson expressed that the staff had been notified about the risk to their jobs due to the situation with the major customer. Meanwhile, Paul Davies, the managing director of Alexander Dennis, stated that securing orders for a significant number of new buses is essential to sustain the operations in Falkirk and Larbert.

Amidst the difficult times faced by employees at Greenfold Systems, Business and Employment Secretary Richard Lochhead assured that the Scottish government would prioritize supporting those affected by the potential job losses. Lochhead mentioned that Scottish Enterprise would engage with the company to understand the reasons behind the decision and explore possible assistance measures. As the situation unfolds, Greenfold Systems is set to address inquiries and provide further details

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