Mine waste will now be utilised
Residual products from LKAB's mines include both phosphate minerals and so-called rare earth metals, materials which up until now have ended up in tailings ponds. It is hoped that these valuable...
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Extent of orebody in Kiruna more complex than expected
The large slab of ore in Kiruna does not continue at depth with the same volume as LKAB had hoped. "We see that it decreases more to the south than previously assumed. But we do not yet know enough...
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Increased prospecting will provide a better picture of the orebody
New knowledge of the extent of the mineralisation at depth means that LKAB is now placing major emphasis on prospecting to secure future volumes. "We will study the nearlying area using several...
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A broader, more robust LKAB
To complement iron ore production and better meet fluctuations in the iron ore market LKAB must broaden its business. "We are already well on the way with the expansion of LKAB Minerals and...
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Questions and answers concerning the new situation