Renault reaches deal to secure 6,000 jobs in Spain
Renault and Spanish unions reached a deal to produce five new models at two plants. The agreement secures 6,000 jobs and enables electric vehicle production.
RENAULT SA reached a preliminary agreement with unions in Spain evening to secure production of five new models. The deal protects 6,000 direct jobs at the Palencia and Valladolid plants through 2028. It ensures the long-term viability of Spanish manufacturing as the group shifts toward electric vehicle production.
### Securing the Electric Shift in Palencia The agreement introduces the RGEV Medium 2.0 electric vehicle platform to the Palencia factory. This platform, originally unveiled in the futuREady strategic plan in March, marks a pivot toward electrification for the site. Renault representatives said the deal covers wages, flexibility, and employment terms for the 2026 to 2028 period.
