Gelsenkirchen

Germany's Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs under Minister Katherina Reiche is reviewing the sale of BP's refinery in Gelsenkirchen to the Klesch Group. The acquisition by the US investor could be blocked by the state under certain conditions. The deal is set to close in the second half of 2026 pending regulatory approval.

December 29, 2025 由 AI 报道

Unknown thieves drilled into the vault room of a Sparkasse branch in Gelsenkirchen's Buer district and ransacked numerous safe deposit boxes. Hundreds of worried customers gathered outside the closed branch, leading to emotional scenes. Police are investigating, as the bank informs affected customers about insurance coverage.