Meridian Energy notes today’s media coverage on the future of the Tiwai Point aluminium smelter. Meridian confirms it is not in discussions with the smelter’s owner, NZAS1, about a new electricity contract. The existing contract between Meridian and NZAS ends on 31 December 2024.
1NZAS is a joint venture between Rio Tinto (79.36%) and Sumitomo Chemical Company Limited (20.64%).
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Neal Barclay
Chief Executive
Meridian Energy Limited
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