Biztoc.comJune 26, 2026Cuba economy
Sherritt shutting down Fort Saskatchewan, Alta., refinery as feed from Moa mine in Cuba runs out
Summary
According to Biztoc.com, Sherritt International is ending operations at its Fort Saskatchewan refinery in Alberta because the feedstock it receives from its Moa nickel mine in Cuba has been exhausted. The story highlights how a Cuban mining operation can affect industrial production and employment far beyond the island.
Why this matters
This is a useful example of Cuba’s role in global mineral supply chains, especially in nickel-related industry. It also shows how developments in Cuba’s extractive sector can have economic effects in other countries.
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