LARGEST OPEN-PIT IRON ORE MINE IN EUROPE
MINAS DE ALQUIFE
Operation
Minas de Alquife operates according to the latest standards and with a high degree of flexibility.
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Products
MdA´s core business is mining and processing of iron ore of highest quality for the steel industry.
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Sustainability
Spain is not only considered to be politically stable, but also fulfills strict environmental and social guidelines.
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ABOUT
Minas de Alquife is the largest open-pit iron ore mine in Europe. Situated close to European end markets due to its proximity to European steel mills, the Alquife mine is perfectly situated for European steelmakers.
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110 Mt
Proofed reserves
4.5 Mt
per year
2020
ramp-up
PRESS & NEWS
25.03.2020
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Minas de Alquife recibe autorización para tratar los lodos, el fleco pendiente para completar la explotación.
09.04.2020
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La Junta autoriza en plena pandemia la reapertura parcial de Alquife tras 25 años.
08.11.2020
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Minas de Alquife impulsa los trabajos para el inicio de la exportación de mineral de hierro tras 25 años.