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confidence high
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Vulcan Materials Mexican subsidiary gets unexpected shutdown orders
Vulcan Materials CO
- On May 5, 2022, Mexican officials ordered immediate halt to underwater quarrying at SAC TUN in Quintana Roo.
- Company believes order is illegal, has permits, and will pursue all legal avenues to resume operations.
- Vulcan has quarried limestone legally in Mexico for over 30 years and owns the land and reserves.
- Ongoing NAFTA arbitration with Mexico since 2018; hearing July 2021, decision expected H2 2022.
- Company has export-ready inventory at port and recently obtained a three-year customs permit in March.