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Hundreds of jobs at risk as Exxon Mobil to close part of Mossmorran plant
ExxonMobil's closure plan threatens 500 jobs at Fife Ethylene Plant after failing to secure UK Government support despite talks, raising concerns over local economic impact.
- Exxon Mobil to close its Fife Ethylene Plant in Mossmorran, Scotland in February 2026 after failing to find a buyer.
- The closure comes due to unfavorable economic conditions and policies in the UK that make the plant uncompetitive.
- Scottish Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes expressed disappointment and plans for a task force to support affected workers.
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Daily Echo+2 Reposted by 2 other sources
Staff hit by closure of Scottish energy site could move to Hampshire
Global energy giant ExxonMobil is planning to close its manufacturing plant in Scotland and transfer some of the staff to Hampshire
·Southampton, United Kingdom
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ExxonMobil to Close Fife Ethylene Plant Amid Policy Concerns
ExxonMobil announced plans to shut down its Fife Ethylene Plant in Scotland by February 2026. The company cited challenges in finding a buyer due to the UK's policy environment, high operational costs, and plant inefficiency, which have rendered the site uncompetitive.
·India
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Evening Standard+3 Reposted by 3 other sources
ExxonMobil plans closure of Fife manufacturing site
The Fife Ethylene Plant at Mossmorran is expected to shut in February.
·London, United Kingdom
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