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Corning Incorporated

GLWTechnology· Corning, NY, United States
LAYOFFS TRACKED
5
LAST EVENT
Feb 24, 2026
MARKET CAP
$40.51B
EMPLOYEES
49,800

Corning Incorporated engages in the display technologies, optical communications, environmental technologies, specialty materials, and life sciences businesses in the United States and internationally. The company's Display Technologies segment offers glass substrates for flat panel displays, including liquid crystal displays and organic light-emitting diodes that are used in televisions, notebook computers, desktop monitors, tablets, and handheld devices. Its Optical Communications segment provides optical fibers and cables; and hardware and equipment products, such as cable assemblies, fiber optic hardware and connectors, optical components and couplers, closures, network interface devices, and other accessories for the telecommunications industry, businesses, governments, and individuals. The company's Specialty Materials segment manufactures products that offer material formulations for glass, glass ceramics, crystals, precision metrology instruments, and software, as well as glass wafers and substrates, tinted sunglasses, and radiation shielding products for various markets comprising mobile consumer electronics, semiconductor equipment optics and consumables, aerospace and defense optics, radiation shielding products, sunglasses, and telecommunications components. Its Environmental Technologies segment provides ceramic substrates and filter products for emissions control in mobile, gasoline, and diesel applications. The company's Life Sciences segment offers laboratory products, including consumables, such as plastic vessels, liquid handling plastics, specialty surfaces, cell culture media, and serum, as well as general labware, and glassware and equipment under the Corning, Pyrex, Falcon, and Axygen brands. The company was formerly known as Corning Glass Works and changed its name to Corning Incorporated in April 1989. Corning Incorporated was founded in 1851 and is headquartered in Corning, New York.

Layoff history

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Layoff timeline

5 EVENTS
Feb 24, 2026News

Corning Incorporated is set to offload its North Carolina hub, resulting in the layoff of 123 workers. This decision reflects the company's strategic realignment as it seeks to optimize its operations. The layoffs are part of a broader shift within the company, although specific reasons for this move were not detailed in the article. The affected employees will be notified as the company proceeds with the transition. This development highlights the ongoing changes within Corning as it adapts to market demands.

Oct 1, 2023News

Corning Incorporated has announced the closure of its hub in North Carolina, resulting in the layoff of 123 employees. This decision reflects the company's ongoing restructuring efforts and aims to streamline operations. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to enhance efficiency and adapt to changing market conditions. The affected employees will be notified shortly as the company proceeds with the closure. This move underscores the challenges faced by Corning in maintaining its workforce amid evolving business demands.

Oct 1, 2023News

Corning Incorporated has announced layoffs affecting approximately 200 employees at its glass plant in St. Lawrence County, New York. The layoffs are part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at improving operational efficiency. The company cited declining demand for certain products as a key reason for the workforce reduction. The layoffs are expected to take effect on October 1, 2023. This decision reflects ongoing challenges within the industry and aims to position Corning for future growth despite current market conditions.

Oct 1, 2023News

Corning Incorporated has confirmed layoffs at its plant in St. Lawrence County, impacting approximately 100 employees. The layoffs are part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at improving operational efficiency. The company has stated that these job cuts are necessary to adapt to changing market conditions and to ensure long-term sustainability. Affected employees were notified on October 1, 2023, as the company seeks to streamline its workforce in response to current economic challenges. This decision reflects ongoing adjustments within the organization to maintain competitiveness in the industry.

Date not reportedUpcoming · EstimatedNews

Corning Incorporated has announced plans to lay off 80 employees as part of a site closure. The layoffs are part of a restructuring effort, although specific details regarding the location and departments affected have not been disclosed. The company is facing challenges that have led to this decision, reflecting broader trends in the tech manufacturing sector. The layoffs are expected to impact the local workforce significantly, although the exact timeline for these job cuts has yet to be confirmed.

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