Chemical firm to cease operations at Grangemouth site putting nearly 400 jobs at risk
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Syngenta plans to close its Grangemouth chemical manufacturing site, putting 377 jobs at risk. Who it reaches: Local SMEs in the Grangemouth area experience reduced demand and potential supply chain disruptions as the site winds down operations. Named: companies Syngenta, BASF SE, Croda International; sectors Chemical manufacturing, Public sector funding.
- Step 1 · The triggerSyngenta announces closure of its Grangemouth site due to high operating costs and international competition.
- Step 2 · Knock-on377 jobs are placed at risk, triggering formal consultation with staff and unions.
- Step 3 · Knock-onThe Scottish Government and Scottish Enterprise face scrutiny over the £2 million public funding granted to the site.
- Step 4 · Reaches youLocal SMEs in the Grangemouth area experience reduced demand and potential supply chain disruptions as the site winds down operations.
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Key takeaway
Syngenta plans to close its Grangemouth chemical manufacturing site, putting 377 jobs at risk.
Named in this analysis
Companies: Syngenta, BASF SE, Croda International, Grangemouth oil refinery
Sectors: Chemical manufacturing, Public sector funding
Source: independent.co.uk
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