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DRK Saarlouis Hospital Files for Self-Administration Insolvency to Safeguard Operations

The self-administration seeks to resolve legacy liabilities through a court-supervised plan.

Overview

  • Clinical, nursing and therapeutic services will continue without interruption, according to DRK representatives.
  • Around 800 employees are affected, with pay secured for three months via insolvency benefit and no layoffs planned.
  • Management cites burdens from the former corporate structure and unforeseen costs, including pandemic impacts, as triggers for the filing.
  • Associated care facilities in Dillingen and Hülzweiler are slated to close by 31 January 2026, while the Saarlouis hospital and the Lebach guest house remain.
  • An insolvency plan is targeted for completion by the end of Q2 2026, with regular salary payments expected to resume in February 2026.