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Welcome to the Spring 2024 issue of Newsline.
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Southampton to London Pipeline completed ahead of schedule
The Southampton to London Pipeline (SLP) project has been successfully completed ahead of schedule. SLP is a new 12-inch diameter jet fuel pipeline extending 97 kilometres from Fawley Refinery to West London Terminal. It serves as a replacement to the 50-year-old dedicated Jet line and will support the transport of high-grade jet fuel to Esso tanks in West London Terminal where it undergoes quality checks before being pumped on to Heathrow Airport.
Specialist journalists report on FAST progress following Fawley visit
In early April we hosted four specialist senior journalists from influential business and sector media to learn more about our FAST investment (see report in last issue) and the benefits it will deliver, both for the Fawley site and the UK as a whole.
End in sight for Bowling remediation
As we approach the final stage of works to remediate the former Esso fuel terminal in Bowling, Scotland, Newsline spoke with James Hadwen, Project Developer EAME, to reflect on 10 remarkable years of partnership, planning and plenty of digging! With works due for completion this month (April 2024), the site will be de-mobilised and closed down during May ahead of a formal sales transaction process in July. "This project has been years in the making, involving extensive planning and collaboration with regulators," James explains. "It's immensely satisfying to see the groundwork we laid out in our remedial strategy 10 years ago finally coming to fruition."
Kathy Mikells visits Fawley for FAST update and open forum
Our corporate finance director Kathy Mikells visited the UK in February to meet with European investment institutions based in London, and to visit our refinery and petrochemical complex at Fawley, where work on the £800 million FAST project is nearing completion.
Paul backs The Solent Cluster at Parliament briefing
In February, our UK chairman Paul Greenwood spoke at an event to promote The Solent Cluster, which was held at the Houses of Parliament and hosted by Lord Callanan, Minister for Energy Efficiency and Green Finance. The Solent Cluster brings together international organisations, manufacturers and academic institutions to pool expertise in carbon capture, storage, and hydrogen technology. Our goal? To pave the way for a sustainable future by securing existing jobs and producing low-carbon fuels for sectors including maritime and aviation, as well as energy to heat homes, businesses, and public buildings.
Strong first quarter results
The corporation recorded first quarter earnings of $8.2 billion ($11.4 billion a year earlier) as industry refining margins and natural gas prices came down from last year's highs to trade within the ten-year historical range.
Celebrating WIN and International Women's Day
Every March, ExxonMobil marks International Women’s Day with activities across our locations. From Fawley to Fife and Leatherhead to London, we come together to celebrate the achievements of female colleagues and focus on women's equality. This year, many enjoyed a global Zoom event organised by Houston WIN and led by accomplished women in our organisation, followed by face-to-face discussion sessions aimed at fostering connections and conversations.
Fawley completes Butyl upgrade
In the past year, we have completed a £60 million investment in our Butyl Rubber production at Fawley, including modernisation, automation and enhanced safety processes. As one of Europe’s leading manufacturers, our world scale facility ensures that we continue to support vital sectors such as tyre manufacturers, pharmaceutical and medical applications.
Taking a leaf (or two) from Ermyn House’s history
In February, Ermyn House welcomed back Bill Ambridge and Michele Lavelle, two figures who played a key role in the site’s development nearly 40 years ago. Bill and Michele both worked for Percy Thomas Partnership in the early 1980s and created the external and internal landscapes of our iconic UK headquarters. Bill was the visionary behind the external landscaping, while Michele meticulously masterminded the atrium's verdant oasis.
ExxonMobil donated £440,000 to UK communities in 2023
Last year ExxonMobil provided £440,000 in support to the communities living near our operating sites in Fawley and Fife. Our support helped enhance local facilities, foster educational and enabled many schools and charitable organisations to carry out important project.
Western Association reunion: celebrating tradition
The annual festive lunch of the ‘Western Association’ convened in December at the friendly Moorend Spout in Nailsea, North Somerset. For over three decades, this gathering has been a hub of friendship and camaraderie for those employees who worked at our former Regional Office in Bristol.
Long service awards
Congratulations to everyone who has received Long Service Awards since December 2023
Retirements
We have received details of 40 retirements for this issue
In memoriam
We remember 107 former colleagues in this issue.
Tell us your news
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- helping to keep the country moving
- meeting customer needs
- supporting the local communities in which we operate, and
- helping to address the challenges of climate change.
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