Even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens under the announced interim deal, smelters cannot immediately return to full capacity as damaged potlines need repairs and curtailed capacity must be restarted gradually

Aluminium prices are expected to remain high in the short term due to ongoing Middle East disruptions, which are now projected to extend into 2027. However, a significant increase…

Even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens under the announced interim deal, smelters cannot immediately return to full capacity as damaged potlines need repairs and curtailed capacity…