Article series on the bankruptcy of Weber-Benteli (Swiss Press Text 2011, by Lotti Teuscher) - Swiss Press Award

Bieler Tagblatt

Lotti Teuscher

On November 27, 2009, the Weber Benteli printing company filed for bankruptcy. The exact circumstances remain under investigation. The bankruptcy resulted in more than 260 people losing their jobs. The investigation revealed that the company's former and current owners were involved in dubious dealings, undermining the company, and lining their own pockets. The Bieler Tagblatt newspaper examined this bankruptcy case from all its facets and shared the fate of the employees. The reporting continues to this day and is an example of how only a regional newspaper can cover a national event in such depth. Authors: Teamwork Business Department