Woodsmith appoints Fluor for feasibility study
Fluor was appointed in May 2026 to undertake feasibility study services for the project.
Logistics & Manufacturing · Mining / mineral extraction
Woodsmith Polyhalite Mine
Woodsmith is a proposed large underground polyhalite fertiliser mine in North Yorkshire, linked to Teesside by an underground conveyor tunnel.[1]
Current position
Delivery delayed: Construction remains at a reduced pace. A final investment decision is being prepared for 2028 or later; selected works continue. [2]
Anglo American’s interim results confirm reduced activity while preparing a final investment decision from 2028.
Benefits
- Potential long-term fertiliser production, with a 37-kilometre tunnel designed to transport material for processing.