Media Statement: Belt system failure at Alumar

A belt system that conveys bauxite, coal, coke and pitch from the pier at The Aluminum Consortium of Maranhão – (Alumar) failed on Saturday. There was no damage to the pier, and no one was injured. The interruption of the belt system, however, has prevented unloading of materials, so the refinery and the smelter are currently operating on existing inventories.

Work is underway to investigate and determine the timeline for repairs.