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U.S.-Israeli Attacks Halt Qatalum Aluminium Production for Months

3/4/2026

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On March 3, 2026, U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran disrupted the aluminium sector.
Norsk Hydro, which owns 50% of Qatalum, issued a force majeure notice as Qatalum began shutting down after its gas supplier suspended gas supply.
The Qatalum smelter, with capacity 648,000 metric tons per year, is expected to remain shut for six to twelve months.

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Story summary

On March 3, 2026, U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran disrupted the aluminium sector.
Norsk Hydro, which owns 50% of Qatalum, issued a force majeure notice as Qatalum began shutting down after its gas supplier suspended gas supply.
The Qatalum smelter, with capacity 648,000 metric tons per year, is expected to remain shut for six to twelve months.