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Exxon Closes UK Plant Amid Soaring Energy Costs

11/19/2025

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  • Exxon has announced the closure of its UK chemical plant, citing high energy costs and unfavorable government policies.
  • A union source said the company cannot sustain the massive industrial energy prices.
  • The UK Government acknowledged the challenges and pledged to support affected workers.
  • The UK chemical industry is struggling with rising energy costs and cheap imports, leading to closures such as Grangemouth.