A fire at Eramet Grande Côte's Wet Concentration Plant in Senegal on February 22, 2026 has forced a complete operational shutdown at the mineral sands extraction facility. The incident resulted in suspension of all site operations beginning in March 2026, with management unable to provide a timeline for resumption of production activities. No injuries were reported in the incident, and investigations into the cause remain underway.
In response to the disruption, mining company Eramet has invoked force majeure provisions and withdrawn its 2026 production guidance for heavy mineral concentrate (HMC), which had been set at over 900 kilotons. The facility suspension represents a significant interruption to the company's operations and its ability to meet market commitments during a critical production year.
Eramet Grande Côte, located in Senegal, is a key operational asset for the diversified mining group. The force majeure declaration acknowledges that circumstances beyond the company's control have prevented fulfillment of planned production targets. Stakeholders and market participants are monitoring developments as investigations continue and the company works to assess damage and determine operational recovery plans.