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08 FEBRUARY 2022 AL CIRCLE

Rio Tinto desires to keep Tiwai aluminium smelter functioning beyond 2024, Meridian Energy denies any discussions

EDITED BY : RUPANKAR MAJUMDER 1MINS READ

The global mining and metal giant Rio Tinto, who is the majority owner of Tiwai Point aluminium smelter in New Zealand has shown signs of its desire to keep the aluminium smelter functional beyond 2024, but the major power supplier to NZAS, Meridian Energy denies any discussions over a fresh new agreement.

Rio Tinto desires to keep Tiwai aluminium smelter functioning beyond 2024

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Chris Blenkiron, the CEO of New Zealand Aluminium Smelter (NZAS) sought a definitive avenue to pursue operating and contributing to the local and domestic economies beyond 2024, when the smelter had been programmed to shut down, resulting in the dismissal of 1000 jobs.

“We are working closely with Ngāi Tahu, Southland and key industry leaders to find the best way to achieve this,” Blenkiron said.

Rio Tinto desires to keep Tiwai aluminium smelter functioning beyond 2024

“NZAS also has the potential to play a significant role in helping New Zealand’s electricity system manage dry year security of supply and, with other emerging industries, to enable the development of more renewable generation.”

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However, Meridian Energy has refused to comment on whether it would be either willing or keen to initiate any fresh discussions.


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