Sherritt Announces Availability of Disclosure Documents


TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - March 30, 2012) -

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Sherritt International Corporation ("Sherritt") (TSX:S) has filed its Annual Information Form for the year ended December 31, 2011. Copies of the Annual Information Form and related filings may be obtained on SEDAR at www.sedar.com or at www.sherritt.com.

About Sherritt

Sherritt is a world leader in the mining and refining of nickel from lateritic ores with projects and operations in Canada, Cuba, Indonesia and Madagascar. The Corporation is the largest coal producer in Canada and is the largest independent energy producer in Cuba, with extensive oil and power operations across the island. Sherritt licenses its proprietary technologies and provides metallurgical services to mining and refining operations worldwide. The Corporation's common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "S".

Contact Information:

Sherritt International Corporation
Investor Relations
416-935-2451 or Toll-Free: 1-800-704-6698
investor@sherritt.com
www.sherritt.com