Government worried Russia using Aughinish Alumina products in Ukraine war
Recent CSO figures appeared to show that 200,619 tonnes, or 83% of Aughinish’s total exports, were shipped to Russia during the first quarter of 2026. File picture
The Government is concerned products from Limerick-based plant Aughinish Alumina would be “used to assist Russia in waging its brutal war against Ukraine”, the Taoiseach has said.
It comes as the Department of Enterprise is investigating to clarify figures provided by the company relating to its exports to Russia, despite claims that the company primarily serves the EU.
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