Although tensions persist in the supply chain due to the component shortage, Ford shortened the duration of the temporary employment regulation measure for both vehicle and engine operations, just hours after authorization was granted. This marks a notable step in stabilizing production amid ongoing shortages at the Almussafes electrification platform.
According to a statement released by the Corporate Committee this morning, the changes will apply to both shifts and all systems on Monday, June 27, effectively ending the strike. The company has also avoided further stoppages in the engine operations and rescheduled assembly shutdowns for the plant to occur on July 7 and July 18, moving them from the previously planned dates to accommodate production needs. In addition, the withholdings typically assessed on Thursday, June 30, and Friday, July 1, will be reviewed in the coming days as part of ongoing planning.
Processing delays were also addressed, with the previously announced pause for the weekend of June 25 and 26 cancelled to prevent disruption to ongoing workstreams.
A “communication error” in the engines
Beyond these operational shifts, the company notes a rise in the social engagement surrounding the Valencia factory. A complaint was raised regarding the incident at the engine plant, with those affected reportedly informed less than 24 hours before the commission was convened. The document clarifies that while this situation prompted an apology from the multinational, it was attributed to a miscommunication during the electrification announcements. This acknowledgment indicates a renewed emphasis on clearer internal communications and better alignment between management and the workforce as the plant advances its electrification agenda.