Great Lakes Iron Ore Trade Nearly Matches January 2025

By GLSR Staff  |  Cargo & Commodities, Latest News
Iron Ore shipments on the Great Lakes totaled 2 million tons in January. According to the Lake Carriers’ Association, this total is a near match to 2025. Loadings were below the month’s 5-year average by 14.5%

 

Feature photo of Edwin H. Gott in Cleveland/courtesy of Lake Carriers’ Association

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