Red Sea disruption: supply-chain risk and design notes for mine project teams

Supply-chain disruptions at the Bab al-Mandeb Strait pose significant risks to mining commodity flows and input materials, with potential cost premiums of $1.37 billion over 90 days. Critical materials like sulfuric acid, ammonia, graphite, rare earths, and battery intermediates are highly exposed, prompting advice for miners to stress-test supply routes and diversify logistics to mitigate operational risks.

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