Century Aluminum Boosts U.S. Primary Aluminum Output with Mt. Holly Expansion
Aluminum | 2026-07-28 07:01:38
According to a company news release, the expansion is backed by a $50 million investment, which will increase the Mt. Holly workforce to more than 600 employees. The company noted that the project is expected to strengthen domestic aluminum production.
By Paul Ploumis
SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Century Aluminum achieved a major milestone at its Mt. Holly smelter in South Carolina, celebrating a production expansion that is expected to raise total U.S. primary aluminum output by approximately 10%.
Those present at the event included U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Senior Counselor to President Trump Dr. Peter Navarro, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, Century Aluminum CEO Jesse Gary, and company employees.
According to a company news release, the expansion is backed by a $50 million investment, which will increase the Mt. Holly workforce to more than 600 employees. The company noted that the project is expected to strengthen domestic aluminum production.
CEO Jesse Gary noted that the federal government's trade policies have encouraged them to make long-term investment in American aluminum production. The latest increase in production represents an important step toward rebuilding the country's primary aluminum industry, he added.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick described the expansion as a significant boost for U.S. manufacturing. South Carolina leaders welcomed the development, emphasizing its economic benefits for the state. The expansion will further strengthen South Carolina's reputation as a leading producer of strategically important industrial metals, they noted.
Separately, Century Aluminum announced that it will release its second-quarter 2026 financial results on August 6, 2026, after the close of U.S. markets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What did Century Aluminum announce at its Mt. Holly smelter?
The company celebrated a production expansion expected to increase total U.S. primary aluminum output by approximately 10%.
- How much did Century Aluminum invest in the expansion?
The company invested $50 million in the Mt. Holly smelter expansion.
- When will Century Aluminum release its Q2 2026 financial results?
The company will announce its second-quarter 2026 financial results on August 6, 2026, after the close of U.S. markets.
