New Company Rescues Chemical Plant, Restores Jobs

The chemical plant at Greatham, Hartlepool, has resumed production under its new ownership, Tioxide Materials Limited. This restart follows the administration of its former owner, Venator Materials UK, last year, which resulted in 270 job losses across multiple sites. Operations are being phased back in, with a target to achieve full production capacity by early 2027. The facility, which began producing titanium dioxide pigments in 1971, plays a crucial role in supplying materials for coatings, plastics, and inks.

This revival is seen as a vital step for the new business and a significant positive development for the Teesside local economy, the broader UK chemical sector, and the global titanium dioxide industry. Tioxide Materials Limited aims to leverage the site's 50 years of manufacturing heritage to deliver high-quality TiO2 pigments. The company emphasizes its commitment to strengthening brands and products that utilize its output.