Asset Report
Simandou (Blocks 1 and 2) iron ore mine
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Report summary
The Simandou deposit is one of the largest undeveloped high-grade deposits in the world. When brought online, it would be one of the lowest operating cost mines supplying the seaborne market, accounting for just under 10% of the total seaborne export production. Interestingly, Baowu will hold 51% of WCS's block during operation, with WCS owning the remaining 49%. A decision by shareholders to co-develop the infrastructure has been reached, clearing the path for the speedy development of Simandou. However, the recent dissolution of the government of Guinea may bring headwinds to the project's timeline.
Table of contents
- Summary
Tables and charts
This report includes the following images and tables:
- Simandou (Blocks 1 and 2) Emission Intensity Quartile ranking – total global production - tonnes of ore
- Detail Map
- Participation
- Marketable reserves (at 01/01/2025)
- Production
- Production
- Operations
- Infrastructure
- Cash costs
- Cash costs
- Capital costs
- Product quality
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What's included
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