Emirates Global Aluminium has confirmed that its Al Taweelah facility sustained significant damage during the recent missile and drone attacks on Khalifa Economic Zone Abu Dhabi, carried out by Iranian forces.
Damage assessments at the site are ongoing as the company works to evaluate the full impact on operations.
A number of EGA employees were injured in the incident, although none of the reported injuries are life threatening, the company said. Safety and security remain the company’s foremost priority.
Abdulnasser Bin Kalban, Chief Executive Officer of EGA, emphasised the firm’s commitment to protecting its workforce, “The safety and security of our people is our top priority at EGA at all times. We are deeply saddened and are assessing the damage to our facilities.”
EGA’s Al Taweelah smelter, one of the largest aluminium production sites in the UAE, produced 1.6 million tonnes of cast metal in 2025.
The facility also maintained substantial metal stock, both in transit and at certain overseas locations, which has helped mitigate immediate supply impacts amid the conflict.
The attacks come at a time of heightened regional tensions, with the UAE’s industrial and energy sectors increasingly exposed to geopolitical risks.
EGA has assured stakeholders that it is taking all necessary measures to safeguard employees and secure its assets while evaluating the operational consequences.
Industry observers note that Al Taweelah plays a central role in the regional aluminium market, and any disruption could affect global supply chains.
EGA has historically supplied large volumes of cast aluminium to international markets, making the safe resumption of production a priority for both domestic and export operations.
The company is coordinating with local authorities and emergency response teams to manage the situation and restore operational stability.
Detailed reports on structural damage and potential production losses are expected as assessments continue.
EGA reiterated that its focus remains on workforce welfare, facility security and business continuity, while closely monitoring developments related to the ongoing regional conflict.
EGA Al Taweelah smelter damaged in missile and drone attack
