Celanese Shutters Factory that Became 'No Longer Economically Viable'

Celanese shutters factory that became 'no longer economically viable'

Celanese, an Irving-based chemical and specialty materials manufacturer, is shuttering its acetate tow facility in Belgium. The company said that rising operational costs and regulatory struggles led to the plant becoming "no longer economically viable." Read on to learn more about the latest move by one of Dallas-Fort Worth's largest locally based public companies.

Celanese to close Lanaken factory, 160 jobs at risk

American chemical company Celanese has announced plans to close its production site in Lanaken (Limburg province) by the second half of 2026...

Celanese Announces Intent to Cease Manufacturing Operations at Its Lanaken Acetate Tow Facility

Celanese (NYSE: CE), a global chemical and specialty materials company, today announced to its employees and local union representatives its intent to cease operations at its acetate tow facility in Lanaken during the second half of 2026. Celanese plans to now commence the formal information and consultation process with the local union representatives. Acetate tow has faced challenging conditions, including declining demand and growing uncertai…

Celanese (NYSE: CE) to cease Lanaken acetate tow operations in H2 2026; about 160 roles

Celanese plans to close its Lanaken acetate tow facility in H2 2026, may affect about 160 staff. Union consultations begin; customer supply to continue.

Celanese announces Lanaken plant closure affecting 160 jobs

Lanaken (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Celanese, a U.S. chemical firm, will close its Lanaken site in 2026, affecting 160 workers. CEO Frank Truyen cites falling demand, high energy costs, and tobacco market decline. As VRT News reported, Celanese, an American … Read more Continue reading Celanese announces Lanaken plant closure affecting 160 jobs at The Brussels Morning Newspaper.