Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) has resumed production at its Al Taweelah alumina refinery, marking a significant step in the recovery of the facility following previous operational challenges.
The company confirmed the restart on Friday, indicating that technical capabilities for full-scale production are expected to be restored by the end of 2026.
The move is likely to ease concerns among industrial metals traders regarding supply tightness in the Gulf region.
Alumina is a critical intermediate product in the aluminum supply chain, and any disruption at major refineries like Al Taweelah can ripple through global pricing and availability.
The restart suggests that EGA has successfully navigated the technical hurdles that had previously halted output.
This development comes amid a broader backdrop of operational shifts in the Middle East energy and metals sectors.