Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) announced on Saturday that its Al Taweelah production facility in the United Arab Emirates experienced substantial damage due to missile and drone attacks launched by Iran. This marks one of the most severe industrial impacts amid the ongoing regional conflict.
The assault targeted the Khalifa Economic Zone in Abu Dhabi, resulting in injuries to several employees. Fortunately, none of the reported injuries are life-threatening. EGA’s Chief Executive, Abdulnasser Bin Kalban, emphasized that the safety and security of the workforce remain the company’s highest priority as damage assessments continue.
Meanwhile, tensions in the region have intensified following the broader conflict involving Iran and its adversaries, disrupting key shipping lanes and industrial operations. The Al Taweelah smelter, one of the largest in the Gulf region, produced approximately 1.6 million metric tons of cast aluminium in 2025. Adjacent to the smelter is an alumina refinery that generated 2.4 million tons of raw material last year.
In addition to the Al Taweelah site, EGA operates another smelter located in Jebel Ali, Dubai. At the onset of the conflict, the company had significant metal stocks both in transit and stored at various overseas locations.
Notably, aluminium producers across the Gulf, which contribute about 9 percent of the world’s supply, have encountered disruptions in shipping due to restricted access to traditional maritime routes amid escalating hostilities. The Strait of Hormuz, a vital passage for global energy and industrial shipments, has been effectively obstructed, complicating exports from the region.
In a significant development, EGA reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining operations while thoroughly evaluating the damage and prioritizing the wellbeing of its employees.
