Vynova to close Dutch PVC plant amid market pressures

Vynova has announced plans to end PVC production at its Beek site in the Netherlands by November 2025, citing challenging market conditions. The company has begun a formal consultation process with the works council at Vynova Beek B.V., following internal discussions and workforce notification.

The Beek facility, located at the Chemelot industrial park, has been in operation since 1972 and employs around 100 people. The plant has a production capacity of 225,000 tons/year of PVC. The planned closure follows a strategic review of Vynova’s manufacturing footprint amid mounting pressures on the European PVC market.

CEO Christophe André explained that the decision was driven by global overcapacity, sustained weak demand, and growing competition from regions with lower costs and lighter regulation. He noted that these structural challenges are unlikely to ease in the short term and that the move is necessary to secure the company’s long-term competitiveness.

COO Henk Veldink emphasized that Vynova is committed to supporting its Beek employees during the transition. The company will introduce a range of support initiatives to help affected staff through this difficult period.