Bauxite Hills ramp-up sets stage for Metro Mining's growth amid rising bauxite demand

Positioned strategically due to the increasing global bauxite demand, the Australian bauxite producer Metro Mining is targeting a production ramp-up from its 7 million tonne expansion while catering to the diversified customer requirements. CEO and Managing Director Simon Wensley considers 2026 to bear great potential for the company, focusing on maximising value from its operation expansion at Cape York’s Bauxite Hills mine.

Referring to the strategic expansion announced to the market in late 2022, Wensley stated, "We're really just trying to extract the maximum out of our 7 million tonne expansion." Although seasonal maintenance put a temporary pause on production, it is expected to resume in early March. Wensley regarded the "second