GrafTech to permanently close Monterrey graphite electrode plant

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GrafTech Announces Planned Closure of Monterrey Graphite Electrode Facility

August 31, 2026 5:15 PM EDT

Strategic Action Aligns Manufacturing Capacity with Market Conditions, Reduces Costs and Strengthens Long-Term Competitiveness

Company Will Maintain Sufficient Capacity to Support Current Customer Demand and Benefit from Anticipated Demand Growth

BROOKLYN HEIGHTS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- GrafTech International Ltd. (NYSE: EAF) today announced its decision to permanently close its graphite electrode manufacturing facility in Monterrey, Mexico. The Company plans to wind down operations at the Monterrey facility in phases, with production expected to conclude early in the second quarter of 2027.

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