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Trump Tariffs, Ore Price Cited as Tasmanian Smelter Announces 'Limited Operations'

Liberty Bell Bay, Tasmania's only commercial ferroalloy smelter, announced on Monday it must limit operations due to ongoing ore supply issues.
The smelter's primary source of ore was disrupted last year following severe damage to South32's GEMCO mining facilities caused by Tropical Cyclone Megan.
Fluctuations in global market prices combined with the introduction of a 25 percent tax on US imports of steel and aluminium intensified operational difficulties, resulting in reduced production levels.
Premier Jeremy Rockliff highlighted that the scale-back would affect 40 contractors, while Minister Eric Abetz affirmed the government’s commitment to closely support the affected workers and communities throughout the process.
The Tasmanian government and GFG Alliance, owner of the smelter, continue working to support employees and stakeholders during this national strategic pause.

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