Cyclone Gezani Halts Sumitomo's Nickel-Cobalt Project in Madagascar
Cyclone Gezani Halts Sumitomo's Nickel-Cobalt Project in Madagascar
US · Published Feb 20, 2026
Tropical Cyclone Gezani forces shutdown of Sumitomo's Ambatovy nickel-cobalt project in Madagascar.
Damage assessment underway following cyclone; resumption timeline uncertain.
Operational suspension prioritizes safety amidst facility and equipment damage.
Cyclone halts nickel-cobalt project operations
Tropical Cyclone Gezani has halted operations at Sumitomo Corporation's Ambatovy nickel-cobalt project in Madagascar. The cyclone, which struck the island nation last week, led to the immediate suspension of operations to prioritize the safety of workers and prevent further damage.
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