In 2003, ExxonMobil made the decision to discontinue operations at Adelaide Refinery. Production ceased in July 2003, however, as the international refining business environment has the potential to improve, the refinery is being maintained in a condition that will allow a restart should viable operations be sustainable in the future. 

ExxonMobil believes it is in the interests of both its shareholders and of the people of South Australia to maintain this option to resume petroleum refining in Adelaide. We are committed to proper environmental care and management of the site throughout the period the refinery is not operating.