Magellan Metals is preparing to cut its 235-strong workforce down to 40 after it placed its Wiluna lead mine into care and maintenance following the discovery of lead-contaminated mud stuck to a shipping container at Fremantle Port.

Magellan Metals is preparing to cut its 235-strong workforce down to 40 after it placed its Wiluna lead mine into care and maintenance following the discovery of lead-contaminated mud stuck to a shipping container at Fremantle Port.