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Michelin Closes Tuscaloosa Plant | Birmingham News
Michelin’s shuttering of its Tuscaloosa tire plant—set to begin in 2027 and conclude by 2028—marks a seismic shift for Alabama’s workforce, with Fort Wayne, Indiana, also affected. Driven by fierce competition and operational consolidation, the move threatens decades of local livelihoods. While no immediate layoffs are planned, union talks on separation benefits loom, as state, county, and city officials scramble to cushion the blow. The Alabama Department of Workforce, tackling its biggest challenge since inception, is partnering with Michelin and local leaders to guide workers through…
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