SK Energy apologizes over worker death in factory fire | Yonhap News Agency

SK Energy Apologizes for Worker Death in Factory Fire

SK Energy Co., a major oil refinery in South Korea, issued an apology over the death of a worker in a pipeline fire accident.

A fire broke out at an SK Energy factory in Ulsan, resulting in the death of one person and injuring four others during maintenance work on hydrogen facilities.

"We take responsibility for the accident at our Ulsan plant and view it as a serious matter."

The company will provide support to the bereaved family and ensure the swift recovery of the injured workers, and cooperate with investigative authorities to identify the cause of the accident.

Author's summary: SK Energy apologizes for a fatal factory fire.

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Yonhap News Agency Yonhap News Agency — 2025-10-18