Production of Mercedes-Benz compact models started in Kecskemét in 2012.Continue reading
The Mercedes factory in Kecskemét (central Hungary) will pause production from December 18 to January 20 for its annual winter break, Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing Hungary announced on Thursday.
The winter production halt aligns with similar breaks across Mercedes-Benz’s global passenger car and powertrain plants. These breaks, typically lasting several weeks, allow time for maintenance and upgrades. This year, significant modifications are underway at the Kecskemét plant to prepare for the production of new models based on the MMA (Mercedes Modular Architecture) and MB.EA (Mercedes-Benz Electric Architecture) platforms.
The factory is managing workforce absences during the break using available labor law tools, such as leave or flexible working arrangements.
Mercedes-Benz emphasized that the production network is continuously optimized to respond to demand fluctuations and maintain operational efficiency. Despite market challenges and intense competition, particularly in China, the Mercedes-Benz Group reported stable sales in the third quarter of 2023.
Photo: Facebook/Mercedes-Benz Gyár Kecskemét
The Kecskemét factory also delivered strong financial performance in 2023, with sales exceeding EUR 5 billion, up from EUR 4 billion in 2022.
Pre-tax profits rose from EUR 96 million to EUR 103 million, and the plant employed 4,477 people last year.
Via MTI; Featured image via Facebook/Mercedes-Benz Gyár Kecskemét