MOL plc

05/23/2026 | Press release | Archived content

MOL has established an investigation committee to examine the circumstances of the incident at the Olefin-1 plant in Tiszaújváros

MOL has established an investigation committee to examine the circumstances of the incident at the Olefin-1 plant in Tiszaújváros. The company continues to cooperate fully and continuously with all relevant authorities.

Preparations for the safe draining of the affected unit have begun. Once this process is completed, damage assessment activities can start.

MOL is in continuous contact with the hospitals in Miskolc and Debrecen, and is providing full support to the injured colleagues and their families. Two employees have been discharged from Miskolc Hospital, while seven colleagues remain hospitalised and require further treatment; their condition is stable and improving.

The company is providing professional psychological support to colleagues affected by the incident as well as those involved in the emergency response.

Fuel supply in Hungary is not affected by the incident. Other units of MOL Petrochemicals are operating as planned.

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