Weser-Metall, the main manufacturer of lead in Germany, suspends production.

Published: Jul 21, 2020 11:03 (GMT+8)

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SMM7 March 21: it is reported that Weser-Metall, one of the leading lead producers in Europe, stopped production last weekend. The producer produces about 105000 tons of lead a year.

The company, previously owned by French metal producer Recylex, filed for bankruptcy in May. At present, the company is under bankruptcy self-management. And said it was not clear when production would resume.

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