Media coverage on Tiwai Point aluminium smelter

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%). End CA:00386901 For:MEL Type:GENERAL Time:2022-02-08 08:31:11