Philip Morris to Close Cigarette Production Facilities in Germany

The tobacco giant cites declining demand in Europe as it plans to shut down factories in Dresden and Berlin by mid-2025.

Philip Morris International will cease operations at its Dresden and Berlin facilities, impacting 372 employees.
The decision is driven by a sustained decrease in cigarette demand across Europe, prompting the company to reassess its production strategy.
Closure of the Dresden site marks the end of a long-standing industrial presence, as it previously produced the f6 brand before shifting to fine-cut tobacco.
The company plans to engage with employee representatives to ensure fair and socially responsible outcomes for affected workers.
While production in Germany will end, Philip Morris continues to operate in other European locations, including sites in the Czech Republic and Poland.