Stellantis Halts Cassino Production Again Amid Low Demand
Alfa Romeo and Maserati Models Face Another Extended Shutdown
The Stellantis Cassino Assembly Plant in Italy is facing yet another production stoppage due to low demand for its vehicles. The plant, which manufactures the Alfa Romeo Giulia, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, and Maserati Grecale, will shut down from Thursday, February 13, to Monday, February 24.
This marks another setback for Cassino workers, who have already endured multiple shutdowns in recent months. The latest stoppage follows an extended holiday closure, during which production was halted for nearly a month. As a result, by the end of February, the plant will have operated for only about 15 days in the first two months of 2025.
Declining Demand and Future Uncertainty –
The Cassino plant has been struggling due to decreasing demand for its models, all of which are built on the aging Giorgio platform. The plant has been operating on a single morning shift since early 2024, with around 2,500 employees working in rotation. Last year, production was halted for 60 days as Stellantis implemented solidarity contracts to manage costs.
Unions have expressed concern that this latest shutdown could extend beyond the currently scheduled dates. They fear that production might not resume until early March, further impacting workers and the local economy. Additionally, there are doubts about Stellantis’ commitments to the Italian government regarding the plant’s future.
Hopes Rest on New Models –
Despite the challenges, there is some optimism surrounding the next-generation Alfa Romeo Stelvio, expected to debut later this year, and the redesigned Giulia, set to arrive in 2026. These models could help revive production at Cassino, but uncertainty remains until then.
For now, Cassino’s workers are left waiting as Stellantis evaluates the plant’s long-term viability amid shifting market conditions.
