Nickel ore exports will decrease due to double typhoons landing in the Philippines

Published: Oct 28, 2020 09:11

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Recently, Typhoon Quinta and Morafi hit the Philippines, among which surigao and Zambales were seriously affected.

SHANGHAI, Oct 28 (SMM) — Recently, Typhoon Quinta and Morafi hit the Philippines, among which surigao and Zambales were seriously affected. At present, the shipment has basically stagnated. The shipment volume greatly declined due to the weather in the Philippines in July-August, and normal shipment resumed in September, with the shipment volume reaching a new high in the year.

According to the current situation, the shipment volume in the Philippines will drop significantly in October, and with the rainy season approaching, the shipment in the Philippines will once again enter a downturn in this year.

Nickel ore Exports

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