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Aluminum prices in the United States have seen a significant increase of <strong>12%</strong> in recent weeks, driven by disruptions in imports from the Middle East due to the ongoing Iranian war. Major companies like <strong>Rio Tinto</strong> and <strong>Century Aluminum</strong> have been heavily impacted.
The repercussions of the war in Iran extend beyond navigation threats, directly impacting aluminum production in the region and jeopardizing half of global output. This crisis places the industry in a precarious position.
Emirates Global Aluminum is seeking to sell imported aluminum ore shipments as a precautionary measure in anticipation of a potential shutdown of its main smelter near Abu Dhabi. This decision comes amidst reports indicating possible production disruptions.
Gulf aluminum facilities are facing a production shortage, prompting them to seek alternative solutions such as utilizing existing stock and activating alternative production lines. These measures aim to meet the increasing market demand.