Daimler Truck North America to Relocate Oregon Operations, Lay Off 375 Employees
Daimler Truck North America is relocating its truck manufacturing operations from Portland, Oregon, to North Carolina and South Carolina, resulting in the layoff of approximately 375 employees.
Portland, OR, July 29, 2026 —
Daimler Truck North America is shifting its truck manufacturing operations from Portland, Oregon, to new locations in North Carolina and South Carolina. This strategic move is expected to result in the layoff of approximately 375 employees in Portland.
The company has not provided specific details regarding the timeline for the relocation or the exact number of employees affected in North Carolina and South Carolina. The reasons behind this decision were not disclosed in the provided summary.
The Portland facility has been a part of the company’s manufacturing network, and its closure marks a significant change in Daimler Truck North America’s operational footprint. The company has stated that the relocation is part of a broader strategy, the specifics of which have not been made public.
Employees impacted by the layoffs in Portland are being informed, and the company has indicated that support measures will be provided. Further information regarding these support measures was not available.
The transition to North Carolina and South Carolina is anticipated to integrate with existing or newly established facilities in those states. Details on the scale of operations at the new locations and their respective impacts on local employment markets are yet to be determined.
Daimler Truck North America has not released a statement detailing the precise start and end dates for the manufacturing transfer from Oregon or the operational commencement in the new states.
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