[SMM Iron & Steel] LKAB Temporarily Shuts Down Pellet Plant in Sweden Affecting 2026 Shipments

Published: Apr 7, 2026 17:07

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Swedish mining group LKAB has announced the temporary shutdown of one of its pellet plants in Kiruna, effective from mid-April through November 2026. The suspension of operations is expected to reduce the company’s pellet shipments in 2026 by approximately 2 million tonnes. This move reflects operational adjustments aimed at managing maintenance cycles and aligning production with current European market demand, which has seen a slowdown in high-grade feedstock requirements as regional mills navigate the high costs of electricity and carbon levies.

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