Nissan could look at shutting Barcelona plant, no decision made, sources say

(Reuters) - Nissan Motor may be looking at the possibility of closing its Barcelona factory but no final decision has been made as the Japanese carmaker plans a new global strategic direction, two sources with direct knowledge told Reuters.The Nikkei newspaper reported on Thursday that Nissan is planning to reduce its global capacity by 20% and close its Barcelona-area plant, shifting its production to Renault plants.A Nissan Spain spokesman declined to comment on the Nikkei report, but said..