Iranian missile and drone attacks have inflicted significant damage on two major aluminium production facilities in the UAE and Bahrain, causing considerable disruption to the global aluminium industry.
Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) announced that its facility was targeted during the attacks. Two employees sustained minor injuries as a result.
Alba said it prioritises the safety and security of its workforce while it assesses the damage to its facilities.
The company remains committed to maintaining operational resilience and will provide further updates as necessary.
Additionally, Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) reported that its Al Taweelah site at Khalifa Economic Zone Abu Dhabi suffered extensive damage. The company is currently evaluating the extent of the damage.
The incident at EGA resulted in injuries to several employees, although none are life-threatening.
EGA CEO Abdulnasser Bin Kalban said: “The safety and security of our people is our top priority at EGA at all times. We are deeply saddened and are assessing the damage to our facilities.”
In 2025, EGA's Al Taweelah smelter produced 1.6 million tonnes (mt) of cast metal and had substantial metal stock offshore and in overseas locations when the conflict began.
These incidents come as a setback to the region's commodities sector, which has already been hindered by the Strait of Hormuz closure, limiting export capabilities, reported Bloomberg.
The ongoing conflict has damaged essential facilities, potentially prolonging the recovery period for these industries post-war.
Aluminium prices have continued their upward trajectory amid fears of tighter markets and depleting global inventories.
The Middle East contributes approximately 9% to the world's supply, much of which is currently stalled at Hormuz, adding pressure on global economies.
Earlier, the Abu Dhabi media office reported six individuals were injured due to three fires triggered by debris from intercepted ballistic missiles near Kezad industrial zone.
These strikes were part of a broader series of Iranian attacks in the Gulf region amidst ongoing discussions for a ceasefire by the Trump administration.
