Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:34:51 GMT
Peru's Iron Ore Production Surges 41.1% in the First Half of 2026
Peru's accumulated iron ore production reached 7,129,277 metric tons (MT) between January and June 2026, marking a 41.1% increase compared to the same period in 2025. This rebound was driven by the full operational recovery of Shougang Hierro Perú in the Ica region following a temporary shutdown in June 2025 caused by a port accident. Shougang Hierro Perú represented 98.3%