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The status recorded for “Minnesota Iron Ore Project” is under construction.

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Minnesota Iron Ore Project

Sector: Metal • Location: Minnesota, United States

Source: Devdiscourse

Project

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Mesabi Metallics Company LLC, backed by Essar Group, is developing a USD 2.5 billion direct reduction-grade iron ore mine and pellet plant in northern Minnesota. The project spans over 16,000 acres and aims to bolster the US steel supply chain by reducing dependence on imported raw materials. Over 750 workers are onsite, with commercial operations targeted for 2026.

Status: Under Construction
Sector: Metal, Steel, Warehouse, Commercial
Location: Minnesota, United States of America
Updated: 22 Jul 2026
Source: Devdiscourse

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The project “Minnesota Iron Ore Project” is an infrastructure initiative in the Metal sector, located in Minnesota, United States. Taiyo aggregates data on it from Devdiscourse.

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Original status	under construction
Taiyo status	Under Construction
Taiyo last update	2026-07-22

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Description	Mesabi Metallics Company LLC, backed by Essar Group, is developing a USD 2.5 billion direct reduction-grade iron ore mine and pellet plant in northern Minnesota. The project spans over 16,000 acres and aims to bolster the US steel supply chain by reducing dependence on imported raw materials. Over 750 workers are onsite, with commercial operations targeted for 2026.
Original sector	Economy & Business
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Country	United States of America (USA)
State	Minnesota

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Record type	Project
Sector	Metal, Steel, Warehouse, Commercial
Article published date	2026-04-03

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