Aluminum Plant Pulls Out of Benson

A major $200 million aluminum recycling plant in Benson, Arizona, is officially canceled after Aluminum Dynamics cited unresolved disagreements with state officials as the reason. The company, which needed the facility operational by 2027, now seeks new locations and thanked Benson for its support — despite local backlash. The project sparked intense community resistance, including a recall of half the city council over lack of transparency. This isn’t the first time the company faced pushback — it also struggled in Gila Bend, where safety regulations and legal challenges stalled progress. The cancellation signals a win for Benson’s residents, proving that united community action can stop big developments in their backyard. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ced0202619f373d0