Last East German Washing Machine Factory to Close in 2027

The BSH factory in Nauen, Brandenburg, the last washing machine factory in East Germany, will close in June 2027. The announcement was made by managers sent by the parent company Bosch, citing weak demand, Asian competition, and production relocation. The closure affects 450 employees, who had protested the decision. Only the logistics department will remain. The news prompted emotional reactions, including tears from workers, who felt betrayed by management's lack of courage.