iron ore mining News — GMK Center https://gmk.center/en/tag/iron-ore-mining/ This is an informational-analytical, discussion platform Thu, 21 May 2026 12:08:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://gmk.center/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/android-chrome-256x256-36x36.png iron ore mining News — GMK Center https://gmk.center/en/tag/iron-ore-mining/ 32 32 <![CDATA[China reduced iron ore production by 1% y/y in January–April]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/china-reduced-iron-ore-production-by-1-y-y-in-january-april/ Thu, 21 May 2026 12:08:05 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123926 In January–April of this year, China reduced its iron ore production by 1% year-over-year to 326.78 million tons, according to SteelOrbis, citing China’s National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). In April alone, the country’s production of this raw material amounted to 82.84 million tons, which is 3.5% less year-on-year but 4% more compared to the previous […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Sukha Balka has commissioned a new unit with reserves of 179,500 metric tons of ore]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/sukha-balka-has-commissioned-a-new-unit-with-reserves-of-179-500-metric-tons-of-ore/ Thu, 21 May 2026 09:14:22 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123919 On May 11, 2026, a new production unit (40-46) was commissioned at the Yuvileina Mine, part of the Sukha Balka mining complex. Its reserves amount to 179,500 tons of ore with an average iron content of 60.42%. This was reported in the DCH Steel corporate newsletter. The new production unit is located on the first […]

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]]> <![CDATA[BHP is set to increase its iron ore production by 1 million tons in 2025 thanks to AI]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/bhp-is-set-to-increase-its-iron-ore-production-by-1-million-tons-in-2025-thanks-to-ai/ Sat, 09 May 2026 08:09:10 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123453 Mining company BHP Group is set to increase its iron ore production by nearly 1 million tons in 2025 thanks to the implementation of AI-based solutions. This was announced by the company’s Chief Digital Officer, Mikko Teponen, during an industry conference in Perth. For a long time, the key challenge for companies in Western Australia […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Anglo American reduced its iron ore production by 2% y/y in Q1]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/anglo-american-reduced-its-iron-ore-production-by-2-y-y-in-q1/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:31:43 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123075 According to its first-quarter 2026 results, the mining group Anglo American plc reduced its production of premium iron ore by 2% year-on-year – to 15.2 million metric tons. This is stated in the company’s quarterly production report. The decline in volumes was recorded in both South Africa and Brazil. Production at Kumba Iron Ore’s facilities […]

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]]> <![CDATA[India is projected to increase iron ore production by 8% in FY2026/2027]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/india-is-projected-to-increase-iron-ore-production-by-8-in-fy2026-2027/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:35:41 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123018 According to BigMint’s forecast, India will increase its iron ore production by nearly 8% year-on-year in the 2026/2027 fiscal year—to 340–345 million tons (up from 316 million tons). At the same time, the increase in supply will exceed demand from the country’s steel sector, and the additional volumes are unlikely to be fully absorbed by […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Fortescue increased iron ore shipments by 4% y/y in the first nine months of FY2025/2026]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/fortescue-increased-iron-ore-shipments-by-4-y-y-in-the-first-nine-months-of-fy2025-2026/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:09:27 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=123000 The Australian mining company Fortescue achieved record iron ore shipments for the first nine months of the 2025/2026 fiscal year (which began in July 2025). This is stated in the company’s report. This figure for the period amounted to 148.7 million tons, which is 4% higher year-over-year. In the third quarter of the current fiscal […]

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]]> <![CDATA[China’s iron ore production fell by 1.2% in Q1]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/china-s-iron-ore-production-fell-by-1-2-in-q1/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:38:22 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=122883 In January–March 2026, China reduced its iron ore production by 1.2% year-on-year – to 241.8 million tons, according to SteelOrbis, citing the National Bureau of Statistics. In March alone, production stood at 79.64 million tons, down 5.1% from the same period last year. In the first quarter, prices for this raw material initially fell and […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Rio Tinto increased its iron ore production by 12% in Q1]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/rio-tinto-increased-its-iron-ore-production-by-12-in-q1/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:51:02 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=122823 In the first quarter of 2026, mining company Rio Tinto increased its total iron ore production by 12% year-on-year – to 82.8 million metric tons, according to a report. Production in the Pilbara region (Australia) in January–March totaled 78.8 million tons (+13% year-on-year). This is the second-highest first-quarter level in the region since 2018. At […]

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]]> <![CDATA[BHP has signed an agreement with a Chinese state-owned buyer for iron ore supplies]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/bhp-has-signed-an-agreement-with-a-chinese-state-owned-buyer-for-iron-ore-supplies/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:35:32 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=122813 Mining company BHP Group has confirmed the conclusion of negotiations on iron ore supplies with the Chinese state-owned buyer China Mineral Resources Group (CMRG), according to Bloomberg. This brings to an end a months-long dispute between the parties that had impacted markets and hindered Chinese steelmakers’ access to key raw materials. The market had been […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Vale increased its iron ore production by 3% y/y in Q1]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/vale-increased-its-iron-ore-production-by-3-y-y-in-q1/ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:10:58 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=122685 Brazilian mining company Vale increased its iron ore production by 3% year-over-year in the first quarter of this year, reaching 69.7 million tons, according to the company’s report. Pellet production for the period reached 8.2 million tons (+13.7% year-on-year) thanks to improved productivity at the Tubarao facilities. In the first quarter, the company increased iron […]

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]]> <![CDATA[India increased its iron ore production by 7% y/y in the FY2025/2026]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/india-increased-its-iron-ore-production-by-7-y-y-in-the-fy2025-2026/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:04:39 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=122556 In the 2025/2026 fiscal year (ending March 31), India increased its iron ore production by 7% yy/y – to 310 million tons, according to SteelOrbis. Total production, according to government data, reached record levels during the year. The growth was driven by strong performance from major companies, but it remained concentrated among a limited group […]

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]]> <![CDATA[LKAB will temporarily shut down one of its pellet plants in Kiruna]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/lkab-will-temporarily-shut-down-one-of-its-pellet-plants-in-kiruna/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:22:35 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=122045 The Swedish mining company LKAB is changing its production plan at the Kiruna deposit to ensure safe and stable operations in the long term. Due to local mining and geological conditions, the company is forced to adjust the mining sequence, which will temporarily reduce the volume of raw materials for the pellet plants, according to […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Iron ore companies may face additional fuel costs – Fortescue]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/iron-ore-companies-may-face-additional-fuel-costs-fortescue/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:09:50 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=121752 Iron ore companies risk incurring billions of dollars in additional costs if diesel prices continue to rise. This was stated by Dino Otranto, Fortescue’s chief executive officer of steel industry and operations, according to Reuters. The escalation of the conflict in the Middle East has virtually halted shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, leading to […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Qarmet has commenced manganese ore mining at Zakhidny Karazhal]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/qarmet-has-commenced-manganese-ore-mining-at-zakhidny-karazhal/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:39:50 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=120606 Kazakhstan’s mining and metallurgical company Qarmet announced the start of manganese ore production at the Zakhidny Karazhal deposit. At the Atasu mine, two underground tunnels moving towards each other were connected for the first time in 30 years. This event opened up the possibility of integrating a new horizon with a motor transport incline – […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Fortescue advances plans for Wyloo North iron ore project]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/fortescue-advances-plans-for-wyloo-north-iron-ore-project/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:00:14 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=120274 Australian mining company Fortescue has submitted an application to the Western Australia Environmental Protection Authority for approval to develop the Wyloo North iron ore project with a capacity of 12 million tons per year in the Pilbara region. This was reported by Argus Media. The company plans to develop Wyloo North over two years and […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Rio Tinto suspends iron ore mining at Simandou in Guinea]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/rio-tinto-suspends-iron-ore-mining-at-simandou-in-guinea/ Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:23:09 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=120150 The British-Australian company Rio Tinto has suspended work and operations at the SimFer mine in the Simandou deposit in Guinea. This is stated in the company’s report This happened after the death of an employee of a contractor working at the site on February 14. The company said that a thorough investigation will be launched, […]

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]]> <![CDATA[ArcelorMittal produced 55.6 million tons of steel in 2025]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/arcelormittal-produced-55-6-million-tons-of-steel-in-2025/ Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:19:30 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119653 Global steel company ArcelorMittal reduced steel production by 4% in 2025 compared to 2024, to 55.6 million tons, according to its quarterly report published on the company’s website. Iron ore production for the year increased by 15.1% year-on-year to 48.8 million tons. Steel shipments to customers amounted to 54 million tons (-0.6% y/y), and iron […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Algeria has opened a railway line for the development of the Gara Djebilet deposit]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/algeria-has-opened-a-railway-line-for-the-development-of-the-gara-djebilet-deposit/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:08:52 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119512 Algeria has opened the 950-kilometer western mining railway Gara Djebilet-Tindouf-Béchar, Gulf Industry reports. The new line crosses a large desert area and forms a key logistics corridor for Algeria’s mining sector. It allows iron ore to be transported from the Gara Djebilet mine through the city of Bechar to northern ports and industrial facilities, including […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Vale increased iron ore production by 2.6% y/y in 2025]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/vale-increased-iron-ore-production-by-2-6-y-y-in-2025/ Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:15:42 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119345 Brazilian mining company Vale increased its iron ore production by 2.6% year-on-year to 336 million tons last year, according to the company’s report. As noted, this is the highest annual volume since 2018. Production exceeded last year’s forecast (325-335 million tons). Pellet production decreased by 15% year-on-year – to 31.35 million tons at the end […]

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]]> <![CDATA[China reduced iron ore production by 2.8% y/y in 2025]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/china-reduced-iron-ore-production-by-2-8-y-y-in-2025/ Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:38:48 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119103 China reduced iron ore production by 2.8% year-on-year – to 983.71 million tonnes in 2025, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics of China (NBS), SteelOrbis reports. In December last year, this figure was 79.34 million tonnes, which is 4.4% less on an annualised basis and compared to the previous month. According to […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Rio Tinto shipped 326.2 million tonnes of iron ore from Western Australia in 2025]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/rio-tinto-shipped-326-2-million-tonnes-of-iron-ore-from-western-australia-in-2025/ Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:27:43 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=119053 In 2025 results, mining company Rio Tinto shipped 326.2 million tonnes of iron ore from the Pilbara region, which is 1% less than in the previous year. This is stated in the company’s report. Ore production at Western Australian mines last year amounted to 327.3 million tonnes, which is broadly in line with 2024 levels. […]

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]]> <![CDATA[BHP produced a record 146.6 million tonnes of iron ore in the second half of the year]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/bhp-produced-a-record-146-6-million-tonnes-of-iron-ore-in-the-second-half-of-the-year/ Tue, 20 Jan 2026 09:25:05 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=118912 Australian mining company BHP Group reported record iron ore production for the second half of 2025 (first half of the 2025/2026 financial year), while also reporting pressure on prices due to negotiations with China on contracts for 2026. This is stated in the company’s operating report. In the second half of the year, BHP produced […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Rio Tinto and BHP to join forces in the Pilbara region]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/rio-tinto-and-bhp-to-join-forces-in-the-pilbara-region/ Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:46:34 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=118663 Rio Tinto and BHP, two of the world’s leading mining companies, have agreed to cooperate in the extraction of up to 200 million tons of iron ore in the adjacent Yandicoogina and Yandi areas in the Pilbara region. This is stated in a Rio Tinto press release. The companies will work together to develop Rio […]

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]]> <![CDATA[The situation in the metal ore mining sector in Ukraine deteriorated sharply in 2025]]> https://gmk.center/en/infographic/the-situation-in-the-metal-ore-mining-sector-in-ukraine-deteriorated-sharply-in-2025/ Wed, 07 Jan 2026 07:50:10 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=infographic&p=118314 Conjunctural assessments indicate that the current situation in mining and steel companies looks somewhat worse than the average for Ukrainian industry. The balance of responses (the prevalence of negative assessments over positive ones) when assessing the current volume of orders in November 2025 in the metal ore mining industry was -53%, and in metallurgy -46%. […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Champion Iron acquires Norwegian iron ore company Rana Gruber]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/champion-iron-acquires-norwegian-iron-ore-company-rana-gruber/ Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:27:01 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=118111 Canada’s Champion Iron Ltd has entered into an agreement to acquire all shares in Norwegian iron ore company Rana Gruber for NOK 2.93 billion (approximately $290 million). This was announced in a press release by Champion. The deal provides the Canadian company with a number of strategic advantages, including a long mine life in a […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Iron ore production in China fell to 923.6 million tons in 11 months]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/iron-ore-production-in-china-fell-to-923-6-million-tons-in-11-months/ Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:44:19 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=117888 According to data from the Chinese Statistical Service, Chinese mining companies reduced iron ore production by 2.8% in January-November 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, to 923.62 million tons. In November, iron ore production amounted to 83.03 million tons, which is 1.2% less than in the previous month and 2.3% more year-on-year. Ferroalloy […]

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]]> <![CDATA[MinRes has commenced implementation of the Lamb Creek iron ore project]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/minres-has-commenced-implementation-of-the-lamb-creek-iron-ore-project/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 08:24:51 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=117600 Australia’s Mineral Resources (MinRes) began implementing its Lamb Creek iron ore mining project in December this year, according to Mining Magazine. The project aims to extend the life of the company’s Pilbara Hub by more than five years. After receiving regulatory approvals, MinRes plans to extract the first ore by the fourth quarter of the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[The first commercial shipment of iron ore from Simandou has departed for China]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/the-first-commercial-shipment-of-iron-ore-from-simandou-has-departed-for-china/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:51:51 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=117047 The first commercial shipment of iron ore from Guinea’s massive new Simandou deposit has left for China, marking the beginning of a significant redistribution of global supplies of raw materials for steel production, according to Bloomberg. The Winning Youth, loaded with ore from Simandou, left Guinea on December 2, according to data from the ship […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Vale lowers its forecast for iron ore production in 2026]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/vale-lowers-its-forecast-for-iron-ore-production-in-2026/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 09:25:25 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=117014 Brazilian mining company Vale has lowered its forecast for iron ore production in 2026 to 335-345 million tons, according to a company statement. The previous forecast was 340-360 million tons. This year, the company expects production to reach approximately 335 million tons. Agglomeration is expected to reach 31 million tons in 2025, 30-34 million tons […]

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]]> <![CDATA[CISA calls for acceleration of Chinese iron ore mining projects]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/cisa-calls-for-acceleration-of-chinese-iron-ore-mining-projects/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:35:49 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116975 The China Iron and Steel Association (CISA) has called on local ore producers to speed up key projects as the country seeks to reduce its dependence on imports from leading mining companies, according to Bloomberg. After meeting with industry and government officials in late November, CISA Vice President Xia Nong said the association would step […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Global iron ore supply in 2026 will amount to 2.68 billion tons – Mysteel]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/global-iron-ore-supply-in-2026-will-amount-to-2-68-billion-tons-mysteel/ Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:53:08 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116690 Global iron ore supply could reach a record 2.68 billion tons in 2026, according to the latest forecast by Mysteel Global. As noted, Africa will be the key driver of growth thanks to the phased launch of the Simandou project. In addition, iron ore mines in Australia and Brazil are continuing to expand their capacity. […]

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]]> <![CDATA[China reduced iron ore production by 3.2% y/y in January-October]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/china-reduced-iron-ore-production-by-3-2-y-y-in-january-october/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:26:09 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=116323 According to data from the National Bureau of Statistics of China (NBS), Chinese mining companies reduced iron ore production by 3.2% year-on-year to 851.74 million tons in January-October 2025, SteelOrbis reports. In October, ore production in the country amounted to 84.03 million tons, which is 0.3% less on an annualized basis and 2.9% less than […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Norway’s Rana Gruber plans to switch to producing high-quality iron ore by 2029]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/norways-rana-gruber-plans-to-switch-to-producing-high-quality-iron-ore-by-2029/ Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:55:54 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115940 Norwegian company Rana Gruber, the only iron ore producer in the country, has announced plans to switch to producing high-quality iron ore concentrate (IOC) with an iron content of 67% by 2029. This is stated in the company’s report. The company has already completed the Fe65 project, achieving stable production of concentrate with an iron […]

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]]> <![CDATA[The Simandou iron ore mining project has been launched in Guinea]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/the-simandou-iron-ore-mining-project-has-been-launched-in-guinea/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:06:31 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115879 Operations have officially begun at the Simandou deposit in Guinea, Africa’s largest mining and infrastructure project. The launch ceremony in the port of Forecaria was attended by the country’s president, Mamady Doumbouya, along with partners Winning Consortium Simandou (WCS), Rio Tinto, Chinalco, and Baowu, according to a Rio Tinto press release. The project involves the […]

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]]> <![CDATA[ArcelorMittal produced 42.8 million tons of steel in January-September]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/arcelormittal-produced-42-8-million-tons-of-steel-in-january-september/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:18:26 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115538 Global steelmaker ArcelorMittal reduced steel production by 2.5% year-on-year – to 42.8 million tons in January-September 2025, according to its quarterly report published on the company’s website. Iron ore production for the period increased by 19.8% year-on-year – to 35.7 million tons. Steel shipments to customers amounted to 41 million tons (+0.7% y-o-y), and iron […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Metinvest’s mining and processing plants shipped 11.4 million tons of products in January-September]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/metinvest-s-mining-and-processing-plants-shipped-11-4-million-tons-of-products-in-january-september/ Wed, 05 Nov 2025 09:44:28 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115454 During January-September 2025, Metinvest Group’s mining and processing plants transported 51.4 million tons of ore from quarries and shipped 11.4 million tons of finished products. The total freight turnover amounted to approximately 556.6 million tonne-kilometers, according to a statement by Metinvest.Media. A significant share of domestic and international transportation is carried out by rail, which […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Metinvest enhances efficiency of mining plant through financial transformation – CFO]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/metinvest-enhances-efficiency-of-mining-plant-through-financial-transformation-cfo/ Wed, 29 Oct 2025 10:56:30 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=115115 Metinvest Group has improved the efficiency of its integrated mining and processing plant by implementing a new management model and financial transformation. The company has merged three enterprises in Kryvyi Rih under a single management, which has made it possible to optimize costs, improve product quality, and speed up decision-making. This was announced by Andriy […]

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]]> <![CDATA[LKAB increased iron ore production by 14.7% y/y in January-September]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/lkab-increased-iron-ore-production-by-14-7-y-y-in-january-september/ Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:53:20 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=114909 Swedish mining company LKAB increased its iron ore production by 14.7% year-on-year – to 19.4 million tons in January-September 2025. Supplies increased by 23.7% year-on-year to 18.8 million tons, according to the report. In the third quarter, the company produced 6.9 million tons of iron ore, which is 41% more than in the same period […]

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]]> <![CDATA[China reduced iron ore production by 3.8% y/y in January-September]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/china-reduced-iron-ore-production-by-3-8-y-y-in-january-september/ Fri, 24 Oct 2025 08:54:24 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=114879 In January-September 2025, Chinese mining companies reduced iron ore production by 3.8% compared to the same period in 2024, to 761.43 million tons. This is evidenced by data from the National Bureau of Statistics of China (NBS), SteelOrbis reports. In September, the country’s ore production amounted to 84.27 million tons, up 0.6% year-on-year and 3.2% […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Vale increases iron ore production to its highest level since 2018 in Q3]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/vale-increases-iron-ore-production-to-its-highest-level-since-2018-in-q3/ Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:04:41 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=114825 Brazilian mining company Vale has demonstrated the highest level of iron ore production since 2018. In the third quarter of 2025, the company produced 94.4 million tons of ore, up 3.8% year-on-year and 12.9% quarter-on-quarter. This is stated in the company’s report. The growth was driven by a new quarterly record at the S11D mine […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Fortescue increased iron ore shipments by 4% y/y in July-September]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/fortescue-increased-iron-ore-shipments-by-4-y-y-in-july-september-2/ Thu, 23 Oct 2025 07:43:36 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=114799 In the first quarter of the 2025/2026 financial year (July-September), Australian mining company Fortescue increased its total iron ore supplies by 4% year-on-year to 49.7 million tons. This is stated in the company’s report. As noted, this figure includes 2.1 million tons of products from Iron Bridge and is a record high for the first […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Rio Tinto shipped 84.3 million tons of iron ore from Western Australia in Q3]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/rio-tinto-shipped-84-3-million-tons-of-iron-ore-from-western-australia-in-q3/ Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:51:59 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=114424 Mining company Rio Tinto shipped 84.3 million tons of ore from its operations in Western Australia in the third quarter of 2025, up 6% from the previous quarter and broadly in line with the July-September period last year, according to the company’s report. Ore production in the Pilbara region in July-September amounted to 84.1 million […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Sukha Balka has prepared two blocks with reserves of over 158,000 tons of ore for extraction]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/sukha-balka-has-prepared-two-blocks-with-reserves-of-over-158-000-tons-of-ore-for-extraction/ Sat, 11 Oct 2025 08:26:01 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=114329 At the Yubileinaya mine of the Sukha Balka mine, which is part of the DCH Steel group, preparations for the extraction of two new blocks with total reserves of over 158,000 tons of ore have been completed. The work was carried out on schedule in compliance with technological requirements, according to the DCH corporate newspaper. […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Rio Tinto and partners invest $733 million in ore mining development in Pilbara]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/rio-tinto-and-partners-invest-733-million-in-ore-mining-development-in-pilbara/ Tue, 07 Oct 2025 08:48:38 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=114146 Rio Tinto, together with partners Mitsui and Nippon Steel, are investing $733 million in the development of the West Angelas Sustaining project as part of the Robe River Joint Venture in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Rio Tinto’s share of the financing is $389 million. The project has received all necessary approvals from federal […]

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]]> <![CDATA[Nippon Steel acquires 30% stake in Canadian iron ore project Kami]]> https://gmk.center/en/news/nippon-steel-acquires-30-stake-in-canadian-iron-ore-project-kami/ Wed, 01 Oct 2025 08:02:07 +0000 https://gmk.center/?post_type=news&p=113926 Japan’s Nippon Steel Corporation has announced the completion of an agreement with Australia’s Champion Iron Limited and Japan’s Sojitz Corporation to acquire a stake in the Kami iron ore deposit in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. The parties have formed a joint venture, Kami Iron Mine Partnership, which will be responsible for the preparation and development […]

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