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TEMPORARY LAYOFF · NOT PERMANENTUPCOMING · ESTIMATEDPublished Oct 24, 2025

Honeywell to Furlough 1,600 Union Workers Amid Government Shutdown

This is a temporary layoff, not a permanent job loss. The reporting this record is based on describes it as a furlough or temporary layoff — one the employer expects to recall workers from, rather than a permanent reduction. This event is excluded from our layoff totals.

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EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
1,600
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~1.7%
1,600 OF 95,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Honeywell International Inc. is set to furlough 1,600 union workers due to the ongoing government shutdown. This decision reflects the company's response to the current economic climate and operational challenges posed by the shutdown. The furloughs are expected to impact a significant portion of Honeywell's workforce, although specific details regarding the departments affected have not been disclosed. The situation highlights the broader implications of government actions on private sector employment and operational stability.

Honeywell International Inc. cut 1,600 jobs.

That is roughly 1.7% of the 95,000 people Honeywell International Inc. employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 3 layoff events at Honeywell International Inc. since February 2025, with 3 additional events known from news reporting.

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Estimated figure based on news reporting. Not yet confirmed by Honeywell International Inc..

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Honeywell International Inc.HON
Industrials · 95,000 employees
3
EVENTS TRACKED
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CREATED DEC 23, 2025LAST UPDATED AUG 27, 2026