Rio Tinto Continues to Ramp Up Iron Production: What's the Road Ahead?

Key Takeaways Rio Tinto lifted Pilbara shipments 7% to 91.3 million tons; production rose 4%.RIO's Gudai-Darri hit strong run rates as the new Pilbara Blend strategy improved product mix.Rio Tinto advances Rhodes Ridge and Simandou, targeting 40-50 million tons and commissioning in Guinea.Rio Tinto Group (RIO) reported strong growth in iron ore production and shipments in the fourth quarter of 2025. During the quarter, Pilbara iron ore shipments reached 91.3 million tons, increasing 7% from the year-ago-qua ...