Great Lakes Iron Ore Trade Rises 11.4% in October 2026

The Great Lakes iron ore trade saw a significant increase in October 2026, with shipments rising 11.4 percent year-over-year to 4.9 million tons. This figure was 1.5 percent above the month's five-year average. Cumulatively, the iron ore trade for the year stands at 37.1 million tons, marking an increase of 10.2 percent compared to the same period last year.