Hubbell to Close Connecticut Plants and Shift Production
Hubbell Incorporated, a Connecticut-based manufacturer of electrical and industrial products, plans to close two facilities in Newtown and Bethel, Connecticut, over the next six months. The Hubbell Connecticut plant closures reflect a broader strategy to improve operational efficiency and streamline production.
Hubbell Connecticut Plant Closures and Production Shift
Hubbell will shut down its Newtown and Bethel plants, resulting in the loss of 194 jobs. The Newtown facility, which opened in 1960, employs about 140 workers and produces commercial and industrial wiring devices. Meanwhile, the Bethel plant employs 54 workers.
The company will transfer most of the production to its larger facility in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico. In addition, Hubbell will move some operations from Bethel to a company plant in Alabama.
Learn more about Hubbell’s operations at https://www.hubbell.com.
Efficiency Strategy and Capacity Factors
Company leaders confirmed that both facilities operated below capacity. For example, the Newtown plant ran at about 40% capacity and produced the same product lines as the Puerto Rico facility. Similarly, the Bethel plant faced comparable challenges.
As a result, Hubbell decided to consolidate operations to improve efficiency and reduce duplication across locations.
Ongoing Operations and Global Presence
Despite the closures, Hubbell continues to maintain a strong presence in Connecticut, with approximately 650 employees still working in the state.
The company operates across multiple regions, including the United States, Puerto Rico, China, Mexico, Canada, and Brazil. Through this restructuring, Hubbell aims to strengthen its global manufacturing network and support long-term growth.
