Rio commits to Tasmanian future

Diversified miner Rio Tinto will partner with the Tasmanian government to jointly investigate how the Bell Bay aluminium smelter’s manufacturing capability and electricity demand could support the development of new industries and renewable industry in the region.

Under a memorandum of understanding (MoU) Rio will work to secure the long term future of its Bell Bay aluminium operations beyond 2025 which is when its current energy contract is due to expire as it pursues the decarbonisation of its smelters and examines longer-term investment options.