Germany extends PCK refinery employment guarantees to end of 2026

10 articles · Updated · Devdiscourse · May 11

Economy Minister Katherina Reiche said the six-month extension covers more than 1,000 workers at the Schwedt refinery in eastern Germany.
She said the move is intended to stabilise the site and give employees reliable prospects amid continuing uncertainty around the refinery's future.
The decision signals continued government support for the strategically important plant, where job security has remained a key concern for staff and the surrounding region.

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