Rio Tinto Wins $995M Defense Logistics Contract for High-Purity Aluminum
Rio Tinto Group's logistics unit has secured a maximum $995 million Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract to supply high-purity aluminum. The five-year deal, which runs through May 7, 2031, is funded using fiscal years 2025–2029 transaction funds and does not include any option periods. The win highlights the company's growing role in defense logistics and its ability to meet specialized material needs. The contract underscores continued demand for high-purity aluminum used in critical applications such as aerospace, military equipment, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
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