Up to 90 Jobs at Fife Supplier at Risk After Alexander Dennis Plans England Move

Greenfold Systems, a manufacturing firm in Dunfermline, Fife, has warned that up to 90 jobs are at risk due to bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis planning to move its operations from Scotland to a consolidated site in Scarborough, England. Alexander Dennis announced plans to close its Falkirk and Larbert sites, potentially resulting in 400 job losses, which would have a significant knock-on effect on suppliers like Greenfold, where about half the workforce is involved in producing parts for Alexander Dennis buses. Alexander Dennis's managing director Paul Davies told MSPs that the closure is not finalized but depends on securing orders for around 100 buses and regulatory changes before the end of the year. Scottish government officials, including Business and Employment Secretary Richard Lochhead, expressed disappointment and pledged support to affected workers and businesses, while opposition politicians criticized the SNP government for not sufficiently supporting Scottish bus manufacturing. Labour MP Graeme Downie has raised concerns with First Minister John Swinney about the job threats, emphasizing the wider economic impact on local communities. The situation remains uncertain as Greenfold Systems awaits clearer communication from Alexander Dennis and considers its future with or without the bus manufacturer as a customer.