Operations
From first survey to final delivery
We take every project through the same careful stages, with a clear decision at each one, so that only sound, safe and responsible projects move forward.
Our approach
Five stages, one standard
Each stage builds on the evidence from the last. If the evidence is not there, the project does not move on.
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Explore
We start with the ground itself. Geological mapping, rock and soil sampling and geophysical surveys show where minerals are most likely to be found.
- Desk studies and satellite imagery
- Field mapping and sampling
- Geophysical and geochemical surveys
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Evaluate
Promising targets are drilled and tested. Qualified experts help us estimate the size and grade of a deposit and judge whether it can be mined responsibly and economically.
- Drilling programmes
- Laboratory assays and metallurgical tests
- Resource estimates and feasibility studies
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Develop
Before mining begins, we complete environmental and social impact assessments, secure our permits and agree with local communities how they will benefit.
- Environmental and social impact assessment
- Permits and community agreements
- Engineering, infrastructure and hiring
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Extract and process
We mine and process ore with safe, efficient methods, monitor water, dust and noise throughout, and restore land progressively as work moves on.
- Mine planning and production
- Processing and quality control
- Environmental monitoring and rehabilitation
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Deliver
Our products reach customers through documented, traceable supply chains that meet export rules and buyers’ standards.
- Logistics and export documentation
- Assay certificates and traceability
- Long-term customer relationships
Projects and licences
Our licence areas
Every licence we hold, in one place. We update this table whenever a licence is granted, renewed or moves to a new stage.
| Project | Region | Commodity | Licence number | Area (km²) | Stage |
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| [Project name] | [Region] | [Commodity] | [Licence number] | [Area] | [Stage] |
| [Project name] | [Region] | [Commodity] | [Licence number] | [Area] | [Stage] |
| [Project name] | [Region] | [Commodity] | [Licence number] | [Area] | [Stage] |
Safety and standards
Safe work, every shift
Our safety system is built on simple practices, applied the same way on every site.
- Site induction and job-specific training for every employee and contractor
- Pre-start meetings, risk assessments and permits to work
- The right protective equipment, supplied and always worn
- Every incident reported, investigated and learned from
- Emergency response plans and trained first aiders on site
- Regular audits against [the standards we follow]
Partner on a project
We work with investors, contractors and buyers who share our standards for safety and responsibility.
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