BHP Billiton Q1 iron ore output down 8% on weather disruptions

Apr 18, 2012 | 04:36 AM |

BHP Billiton, the second-largest iron ore producer in Australia, reported a drop in production during the first quarter of 2012 as a result of cyclone activity. BHP’s production stood at 37.94 million tonnes in the quarter, down by 7.6% from the previous quarter but up by 14.2% year-on-year, according to a statement released on Wednesday April 18. Total iron....





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