Thyssenkrupp is closing its U.S. plant in Terre Haute, Indiana, by the end of March 2027 at the latest. With this move—announced on Monday, May 18, 2026—the Essen-based industrial conglomerate is restructuring its U.S. production network within its automotive supply division. The decision is driven by changing customer requirements, fluctuating production volumes, and high costs. At the same time, North America remains a key market, generating an annual revenue of approximately 2.1 billion euros. Consequently, operations at the current site will cease for around 230 employees, while chassis production is being relocated to Hamilton, Ohio. (wa: 18.05.26)
US Plant in Terre Haute Loses Production to Ohio
The Terre Haute facility currently manufactures components for the chassis business. Going forward, however, Thyssenkrupp will consolidate this production in Hamilton. The Group already operates a key facility there for chassis and damper systems. Furthermore, the company plans to expand its workforce at that location.
As a result, Hamilton gains significantly in importance within the US network. At the same time, Thyssenkrupp is reducing parallel structures. The group aims to simplify processes and lower costs. Consequently, production is being gradually relocated from Indiana.
230 Employees Affected – Thyssenkrupp Plans Transition Through 2027
For the workforce in Terre Haute, this decision represents a severe blow. Approximately 230 employees work there. Nevertheless, the site is not scheduled to close immediately; Thyssenkrupp plans to complete its withdrawal by the end of March 2027 at the latest.
The US plant will therefore remain operational for a transitional period. During this time, Thyssenkrupp must ensure the fulfillment of ongoing customer orders. The group must also coordinate machinery, supply chains, and workforce planning. This transition phase, in particular, will determine the stability of supply.
Restructuring of Automotive Division Intensifies Pressure on Sites
The closure is part of a broader restructuring of the Automotive division. Thyssenkrupp had previously announced a new organizational structure for this segment. The division is intended to become more efficient and ready for the capital markets. Furthermore, the group aims to significantly improve its cost base.
This includes a previously approved reduction of approximately 1,800 jobs. Through this measure, Thyssenkrupp aims to save more than 150 million euros. The US plant in Indiana is therefore part of a wider reorganization. At the same time, this move demonstrates just how closely site-related issues have become intertwined with costs and capacity utilization.
North America Remains Important, but Locations Are Being Realigned
Despite the plant closure, Thyssenkrupp is not withdrawing from North America. The region remains a major market for its automotive supply division. In the past fiscal year, the division generated approximately 2.1 billion euros in revenue there. At the same time, the market demands more flexible structures.
However, this case highlights the pressure facing automotive suppliers. Customer programs are changing more rapidly, and production volumes are fluctuating more widely. Consequently, Thyssenkrupp is consolidating production in locations where the Group anticipates lower costs and more stable operations.