Imperial Chemical Industries Collection

ICI, Wilton. The bottom half of a 5000 ton chemical storage tank being fitted into place. It will hold VCM, vinyl chloride monomer from new works being built opposite Lackenby Works on the Trunk

A 5000 ton chemical storage sphere is symbolic of the millions spent by the firm each year on construction projects as part of the 130 million chlorine complex. ICI Wilton. 7th October 1980

ICI long service awards, Billingham. 1971

Two former pupils at Stokesley Comprehensive School scooped the top prizes at an annual apprentices competition at ICI Wilton

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

The demolition of the Fertiliser Plant on ICI Billingham site. 23rd June 1993

The new style course in which unemployed youngsters are being trained in office skills at ICI Billingham is proving popular

ICI, Billingham. In left foreground can be seen the agricultural division HQ block, and in the background the Tee meanders. 26th April 1977

The ICI expenses project team (left to right) Joanne Bell, Andrea Robinson, Chris Hopwood, Cheryl Goody, Suzanne Mcloughlin, Carol Benson and Neil Bowman

ICI, Billingham. The ICI CCF plant on the Haverton Hill Road (next to A19 and Portrack Lane). THe plant is being demolished. 30th April 1993

Crumbling 375 foot high cooling tower at ICI, Wilton. 7th October 1979

ICI, Billingham. On the left is the 200 foot long steel fermenter in position at the 40 million Pruteen plant, between Haverton Hill shipyard and Cowpen Lane industrial estate

ICI, Billingham, healthy eating campaign, a week when the workforce has the choice of low cholesterol, low fat food for lunch

Bob Thomson, deputy site manager celebrating safety success. For the first time in 30 years, ICI Wilton works has for a month churned out chemicals nonstop without an accident

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3649844 The Hollies (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hollies. Illustration for A History of the Chemical Industry in Widnes by D W F Hardie)

Wilton ICI in Redcar. 1976

A child playing with a Llama at the ICI gala day. 1972

Experimental reed beds at ICI Billingham. Frank Holliday, environmental office for Chemical Products Business at the plant, watches over the spot where liquid waste will be cleaned by nature

ICI, Billingham. Chicken production, with John Harvey (left) and technical manager Phil Jones, 21st August 1986

ICI owned Wilton Castle, with the towers of industry in the background. 19th April 1979

General view of cooling towers at ICI, Wilton. 11th August 1977

ICIs new Woodlands day nursery, 16th April 1992

ICI, Wilton, Greystone Road, South Lackenby Cottages, 13th June 1987

Abnormal load being transported from Redpath Engineering Services Ltd, Portrack, to ICIs Quorn plant at Billingham. The 240 foot long load turns off the A19 to go up Billingham Bank, 2nd May 1993

Lorry arriving at ICI Billingham site, 30th May 1991

ICIs new Woodlands day nursery being opened by Mrs Henderson the wife of ICI Chairman Denys Henderson, 16th April 1992

Two million working hours without an accident resulting in lost time has given ICI employees the chance to boost Cleveland charities

ICI, Billingham. The two twin cooling towers are being systematically demolished. 26th June 1978

Youngsters are completing the finishing touches to the conversion of the 20 year old caravan as part of their youth training course at the ICI-backed centre

A birds eye view of ICI Billingham - the proposed site for the nuclear dump. 29th August 1984

Four shop stewards at ICI Billingham who served their union for a total of 137 years have been presented with tokens of appreciation

ICI Billingham, plants are springing up in central Middlesbrough. But instead of chemical plants, its the lush vegetation of Philodendron

ICI Fibres Fashion show. ICI models showing off the fashion fibres. Left to right, Susan Cooper, Elaine Wright, Linda Renton, Angie Chapman, Helen Lisle

A general view of ICI Wilton, 24th September 1992

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"Reflecting on a Legacy: Imperial Chemical Industries" Celebrating Loyalty: The prestigious ICI long service awards held at Billingham in 1971 recognized the dedication and commitment of its employees. Rising Stars: Two former pupils from Stokesley Comprehensive School emerged as winners, claiming top honors at the annual event hosted by ICI. Engineering Marvels Unveiled: Witnessing history unfold, the grand opening of ICIs towering Nitram plant in 1971 showcased an architectural masterpiece that stood 312 feet high and cost a staggering £3 million. Farewell to Fertilizer Plant: On June 23rd, 1993, the iconic Fertiliser Plant on ICI's Billingham site bid farewell as it was demolished, marking the end of an era for this industrial landmark. Empowering Youth through Education: At ICI's Billingham location, unemployed youngsters were given new opportunities through a specialized office skills training program designed to equip them for future success. A Hub of Innovation: The agricultural division HQ block at ICI's Billingham site served as a visible testament to their commitment towards advancing farming practices and revolutionizing the industry. Pioneering Progression: Nestled along Haverton Hill Road, the impressive ICI CCF plant exemplified cutting-edge technology and innovation within chemical manufacturing processes. Echoes of Time: Frozen in time, a crumbling cooling tower standing tall at Wilton's ICI site captured both nostalgia and resilience on October 7th, 1979. Nurturing Well-being Within Workforce Communities: Promoting healthy eating choices became paramount during an engaging campaign organized by ICI-Billingham where employees enjoyed diverse low-fat options throughout that week. Safety First. Bob Thomson – deputy site manager – proudly celebrated remarkable safety achievements within his team while fostering a culture of well-being and security at ICI. The Hollies.