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ICIs 312 foot high Nitram plant. The plant which cost 3 million was opened in
ICIs 312 foot high Nitram plant. The plant which cost 3 million was opened in November 1969. About 500, 000 was spent on cutting noise and pollution. Haverton Hill Road runs across the middle of the picture. 30th May 1972
Mirrorpix
Billingham
County Durham
England
Media ID 21672401
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Billingham Chemical Company County Durham Environment Imperial Chemical Industries Industrial Manufacturing North East Pollution Smoke Stockton Stockton On Tees Teesside Aeiral
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This print showcases ICIs 312-foot high Nitram plant, a remarkable feat of engineering and innovation. Erected at an astounding cost of 3 million pounds, this industrial marvel was unveiled to the world in November 1969. The company spared no expense, allocating approximately 500,000 pounds towards mitigating noise and pollution levels. The image captures the grandeur of the plant against a backdrop of billowing smoke and hazy skies. Haverton Hill Road gracefully cuts through the middle of the picture, symbolizing both progress and connectivity within County Durham's manufacturing landscape. Transporting us back to May 30th, 1972, this photograph encapsulates an era defined by rapid industrialization in Britain. It serves as a testament to Imperial Chemical Industries' (ICI) commitment to pushing boundaries and revolutionizing chemical production on Teesside. While it is impossible not to acknowledge the environmental impact associated with such endeavors during that time period, this image invites reflection on how far we have come in terms of balancing industry with sustainability. It reminds us that our understanding of environmental responsibility has evolved significantly since then. As we gaze upon this aerial view captured by Mirrorpix from Memory Lane Prints, let us appreciate both the achievements and challenges faced by ICI - an emblematic figure in British chemical history - while also recognizing our collective responsibility for preserving our environment for future generations.
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