Dossier
Aughinish Alumina
Coverage of Aughinish Alumina in the Nexus archive.
- Ireland stresses Europe’s need for alumina amid spat over Russian-owned plant
Ireland highlights Europe's reliance on alumina as a dispute arises over a Russian-owned plant. The European Commission is assessing whether the Aughinish Alumina factory in County Limerick should be sanctioned.
- EU chief diplomat eyes sanctions on Russian metals, adding to pressure on Irish refinery
EU Chief Diplomat Kaja Kallas proposes sanctions on Russian metals, targeting the Aughinish Alumina refinery in Ireland, which supplies materials to Russia. Ireland faces pressure to support the 22nd sanctions package despite economic concerns over the refinery’s 500 jobs and potential energy grid impacts.