What we mine
Our Platinum business, based in South Africa, is the world's leading primary producer of platinum, and accounts for approximately 40% of the world's newly mined production of the metal. Platinum mines, processes and refines the entire range of platinum group metals (PGMs): platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and …
Mining and 'community' struggles on the platinum belt: A …
With over 80% of the world's known PGM reserves, South Africa's Bushveld Complex has contributed significantly to the massive platinum boom over the past two decades, and has overtaken gold as the major player in the country's mining sector. 2 South Africa's platinum mining industry has recently drawn the world's attention for …
South African platinum industry could shed up to 7,000 jobs …
Restructuring of South Africa's platinum group metals (PGM) industry in response to rising costs and falling prices could result in between 4,000 and 7,000 job cuts, the country's Minerals Council ...
Mining in SA
In many ways, South Africa's political, social and economic landscape has been dominated by mining, given that, for so many years, the sector has been the mainstay of the South African economy. Although gold, diamonds, platinum and coal are the most well-known among the minerals and metals mined, South Africa also hosts chrome, vanadium ...
Tumela Mine, Thabazimbi, South Africa
The Tumela mine is located in the Thabazimbi District in Limpopo province, South Africa, and contains platinum group metals (PGM). The mine is owned by Anglo American Platinum, which is …
Impala Platinum mine accident in South Africa kills 11
An accident at a platinum mine in South Africa has killed 11 workers and injured 75, the mine's operator says. Impala Platinum chief executive Nico Muller described it as the "darkest day" in the ...
Bakubung Platinum Mine project, South Africa – update
Bakubung Platinum Mine (BPM) project. On the western limb of the Bushveld Igneous Complex, north of the City of Rustenburg, in South Africa 's North West province. Wesizwe Platinum. The project ...
Complete list of platinum mines in South Africa and major …
The Impala Mine in North West was the largest platinum-producing mine in South Africa. On average, it produced 8.46 million metric tons of run-of-mine (ROM) and about 696.4 thousand ounces of ...
Top Platinum Mining Companies In South Africa
Below are some of the Top Platinum Mining Companies. Aquarius Platinum (SA) (Pty) Ltd. Address: Waterval Ave, Rustenburg, 2999, South Africa. Phone: +27 14 536 4000. ANGLO AMERICAN PLATINUM CORPORATION LTD. Address: 144 Oxford Rd, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa. Phone: +27 11 373 6111.
Low Platinum Prices Show How Banking on Miners Could …
A piece of platinum rich ore from Sibanye-Stillwater's Khuseleka mine. The South Africa-based miner said last month that it would shut four mine shafts, putting more than 4,000 jobs at risk.Photo:
Operations halted at Bokoni platinum mine in South Africa following
South Africa based Baroka Tribal Mining's unit Baroka Platinum is eyeing to take over the mine from the joint venture, according to Reuters. A source told the news agency that Baroka is preparing to offer up to ZAR1.8bn ($150m) for the purchase of Atlatsa Resources' 51% stake in the project. Image: Bokoni mine is located on the north ...
Investing in South Africa's Mining and Mineral …
> South Africa has the world's largest reserves of platinum group metals (PGMs) and manganese, and some of the largest gold, diamonds, chromite ore and vanadium deposits. > South Africa's mining industry is the fifth largest globally in terms of gross domestic product (GDP). > The mining sector contributed R356bn or 7.3% to South Africa's ...
Northam CEO says S.African platinum miners facing worst …
JOHANNESBURG, March 1 (Reuters) - Northam Platinum's (NPHJ.J) CEO said on Friday that platinum mining companies in South Africa, the world's top supplier of the metal, are facing "severe" market ...
The Impact of the 2014 Platinum Mining Strike in South Africa…
For instance, but that is restricted, the 2014 platinum mining walkout in South Africa contributed to a decrease of 0.72-0.78% in the region's real National income [34]. The estimated cost of ...
Platinum-group metals greening the future: An interview …
As the world's largest refiner of platinum in 2022, South Africa–based Anglo American Platinum is endeavoring to reduce its carbon footprint through new technologies and renewables while strengthening its community to ensure energy transition projects are implemented sustainably. McKinsey's Gerhard Nel recently spoke to …
Platinum Mining in South Africa
Platinum mining is a big business, particularly in South Africa. In fact, South Africa is the largest producer of platinum in the world, accounting for 80% of the world's supply.At Scribante Group, …
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Sibanye-Stillwater is one of the world's leading international precious metals mining company, with a diverse asset portfolio. About us. Leadership; Governance; History; ... PLATINUM: US$/oz US$1,026 …
Platinum Mining in South Africa I Projects IQ
South Africa is the #1 producer of platinum in the world. Platinum mining in South Africa accounts for approximately 80% of the world's platinum, and about 40% of the world's gross palladium production. Platinum Mining in South Africa – Key Facts: 89 platinum mining projects in South Africa; 259 tons of platinum produced in 2018
Complete list of platinum mines in South Africa and major …
How many platinum mines are there in South Africa? South Africa is the world's top producer of platinum. Around 80% of the world's platinum and 40% of the world's total gross palladium production are produced from platinum mining in the country. There are 89 platinum mining projects in South Africa, with 259 tons produced in 2018.
Zijin Platinum – A PGM Mining Company
Zijin, Nkwe launch Garatau platinum mine. China-headquartered Zijin Mining Group, through its South African subsidiary Nkwe Platinum, on May 13 announced the start of development... Read More. Women Equipped With Mining Skills. Johannesburg — A local platinum miner, global mining group and equipment manufacturer have partnered to …
Implats
Implats is a leading producer of platinum group metals (PGMs). Our operations are on the Bushveld Complex in South Africa, the Great Dyke in Zimbabwe – the two most significant PGM-bearing ore bodies in the …
Glencore plans to shut Eland platinum mine in South Africa…
Glencore (LON:GLEN) is likely to close its Eland platinum mine in South Africa, as the company reviews its operations in the country, the Solidarity trade union said. The imminent action, which ...
ELAND PLATINUM MINES hiring Miner in Rustenburg, North-West, South
ELAND PLATINUM MINES is a mining company located in Rustenburg, South Africa. Our headquarters is based in Johannesburg, Gauteng. We are committed to responsible and sustainable mining practices, and we value the well-being and safety of our employees and the communities in which we operate. Role Description. This is a full-time role as a Miner ...
Styldrift Platinum Project, South Africa
The Styldrift platinum mine, located in the north-west province of South Africa, is being developed by the Bafokeng Rasimone Platinum Mine Joint Venture (BRPM JV), which is 67% owned by the mine's operator Royal Bafokeng Platinum (RBplat) and 33% by Anglo Platinum. The platinum project is being developed in two phases, …
Booysendal South platinum mine project, South Africa – …
The current plan unlocks mineral reserves of almost seven-million ounces of platinum, palladium, rhodium and gold, or 4E PGMs, mineable over an estimated 25-year mine life. Booysendal South mine ...
Global Platinum Mining Industry Report 2024-2030: …
Looking ahead, global platinum production is expected to increase at a 1.3% annual compound growth rate (CAGR) to 6.6moz by 2030. South Africa will remain the world's largest supplier of platinum ...
South Africa's platinum mining industry in trouble
Anglo American Platinum (Amplats) saw a 71% year-on-year fall in headline earnings per share for the 12 months ended December 2023. Sibanye-Stillwater CEO Neal Froneman said earlier this year that South Africa's mining industry is in a precarious position and facing challenges that could "easily" push it into a loss.
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28th June 2024 By: Martin Creamer. South Africa will be well represented at the upcoming Shanghai Platinum Week 2024, which takes place from July 8 to 11, Minerals Council South Africa VP Paul ...
Platinum mining in uncertain times
South Africa's production slump. South Africa accounted for most of the increase in production worldwide last year, with a year-on-year rise of 1% (+26,000oz) to 3.94moz. The top platinum mines operating in South Africa are Impala, Marikana and Mogalakwena. In 2023, these mines produced a combined 1.59moz of platinum. Growth …
Projects | Sibanye-Stillwater
The projects – Akanani and Limpopo – are all located on the Bushveld Complex in South Africa and present significant optionality to sustain and/or enhance the current production profile. At 31 December 2023, our advanced Southern Africa PGM projects had combined attributable 4E PGM Mineral Resources of 51.5Moz.