Sunseeker is preparing to bring back its temporarily laid-off workforce by January 27, 2025. The luxury boatbuilder has confirmed that all 100 of the 2,150 employees who were placed on temporary lay-off at the start of January will be returning to work.

The decision to lay off staff temporarily was made due to operational issues that caused delays in the production schedule in December. Sunseeker stated that they are actively working to address and resolve these operational challenges.

During the period of temporary lay-off, each employee will receive 50% of their regular basic hourly rate to help alleviate any financial hardships they may face during this time. Previously, employees were informed that they would either receive statutory payments or could choose to use their paid holiday entitlement.

In a statement, Sunseeker reiterated that no permanent employees have been terminated. The company expressed its appreciation for the dedication, expertise, and craftsmanship of its staff, highlighting the importance of their loyalty and patience during this challenging period.

Sunseeker attributed the need for temporary lay-offs to supply chain restrictions that intensified in December. Despite this, the company emphasized that its order book remains robust and that the decision was made to safeguard the long-term sustainability of operations, not as a reflection of employee performance.

The boatbuilder assured that there have been no permanent job losses and reassured employees that all possible measures are being taken to minimize the impact of the situation and return to full operational capacity promptly. Sunseeker is actively engaging with affected staff to provide clarity on the circumstances.

In other news, Sunseeker is gearing up to unveil its next-generation Manhattan 68 at boot Düsseldorf 2025, hosting the world premiere of the innovative yacht.