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It May Take a Year to Restore Abu Dhabi Aluminum Output, EGA Says

Anthony Di Paola
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The Middle East’s largest aluminum producer announced a year-long timeline to fully restore operations at its Abu Dhabi smelter after an Iranian missile and drone attack caused severe damage. The Al Taweelah facility, operated by Emirates Global Aluminium, underwent an emergency shutdown following the strike, which occurred in early April 2026, disrupting regional aluminum supply chains. Initial assessments confirmed significant structural and operational damage, forcing the company to halt production and evaluate repair requirements before resuming partial or full capacity. Customer shipments face delays as the company contacts affected partners to adjust delivery schedules, though no specific production loss figures were disclosed in the statement. The attack escalates regional tensions, highlighting vulnerabilities in critical industrial infrastructure amid geopolitical conflicts, with broader economic implications for global aluminum markets.
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