Samarco Mineração announced reversal of its expansion suspension, resuming capacity enhancement plans for iron ore pellet production. The Brazilian company, jointly owned by Vale & BHP, currently operates at 8 million metric tons annual capacity, substantially below pre-disaster levels of 30.5 million metric tons. The decision reflects improved market conditions, operational stability following the 2015 dam collapse recovery, & parent company strategic support. The expansion requires substantial capital investment, advanced environmental technologies, & regulatory approvals, positioning Samarco to recapture market share in the global pellet segment serving steel producers.