Sherritt to temporarily lay off 280 workers as refinery shutdown continues

PUBT · 1d ago
Sherritt to temporarily lay off 280 workers as refinery shutdown continues
  • Sherritt will temporarily lay off approximately 280 employees, or 47% of its Canadian workforce, to preserve liquidity while pursuing a refinery restart.
  • Layoffs are expected to last approximately 90 days, with earlier recalls possible depending on operational requirements.
  • Refining at Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, stopped June 22, 2026, when feed inventory was depleted; fertilizer production and essential maintenance will continue.
  • Direct participation in Cuban joint ventures was suspended May 7, 2026, following expanded US sanctions, constraining liquidity.
  • The first required US emergency license arrived October 19, 2026; additional licenses are needed to restart Cuban operations and Canadian refining.


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