Glencore
918,500 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Glencore's key zinc mining operations include:
Mount Isa Mines (Australia): Mount Isa Mines, located in Queensland, Australia, is one of the largest integrated mining and processing complexes in the world. It produces zinc, lead, silver, and copper concentrates.
McArthur River Mine (Australia): The McArthur River Mine is one of the world's largest zinc, lead, and silver mines. Located in the Northern Territory of Australia, it is operated by Glencore subsidiary McArthur River Mining.
Antamina Mine (Peru): Glencore holds a significant stake in the Antamina mine, a large polymetallic operation in Peru. While primarily known for its copper production, Antamina also produces zinc, lead, and silver concentrates.
Perkoa Mine (Burkina Faso): Glencore owns the Perkoa zinc mine in Burkina Faso, West Africa. It is one of the largest zinc mines in the region, producing zinc concentrate for export.
Vedanta
821,000 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Vedanta's key zinc mining operations include:
Rampura Agucha Mine (India): Rampura Agucha, located in the state of Rajasthan, is one of the largest zinc mines in the world. It is operated by Hindustan Zinc Limited, a subsidiary of Vedanta, and produces zinc, lead, and silver concentrates.
Sindesar Khurd Mine (India): Sindesar Khurd is another significant zinc-lead-silver mine in Rajasthan, India. It is also operated by Hindustan Zinc Limited and contributes to Vedanta's zinc production.
Gamsberg Mine (South Africa): Gamsberg, located in the Northern Cape province of South Africa, is Vedanta's flagship zinc project outside of India. It is operated by Vedanta Zinc International and is one of the world's largest undeveloped zinc deposits.
Black Mountain Mining Complex (South Africa): Vedanta owns the Black Mountain Mining Complex in the Northern Cape province of South Africa. It includes the Black Mountain Mine and the Gamsberg zinc project, which collectively contribute to Vedanta's zinc production.
Hindustan Zinc
817,000 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Hindustan Zinc Limited (HZL) is a subsidiary of Vedanta Limited that operates several zinc mines in India. Some of the key zinc mining operations of Hindustan Zinc Limited include:
Rampura Agucha Mine: Located in the Bhilwara district of Rajasthan, Rampura Agucha is one of the largest zinc mines in the world. It also produces lead and silver and is known for its high-grade ore deposits.
Sindesar Khurd Mine: Situated in the Rajsamand district of Rajasthan, Sindesar Khurd is another significant zinc-lead-silver mine operated by Hindustan Zinc Limited. It contributes to the company's overall zinc production.
Zawar Mines: The Zawar Group of Mines is one of the oldest mining regions in India, located in the Udaipur district of Rajasthan. It includes several mines that produce zinc, lead, and silver, with historical significance dating back centuries.
Kayad Mine: Kayad Mine is located in the Ajmer district of Rajasthan and is a relatively newer addition to Hindustan Zinc Limited's portfolio. It contributes to the company's zinc production and helps meet growing demand for the metal.
Teck Resources
644,000 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Teck Resources Limited is a diversified natural resource company headquartered in Canada that operates several zinc mines worldwide. Some of Teck's key zinc mining operations include:
Red Dog Mine (United States): Located in Alaska, the Red Dog Mine is one of the world's largest zinc mines. Operated by Teck Alaska Incorporated, it produces zinc concentrates as well as lead and silver concentrates.
Trail Operations (Canada): Trail Operations, situated in British Columbia, Canada, is an integrated smelting and refining complex. It processes zinc and lead concentrates from various sources, including Teck's own mines.
Antamina Mine (Peru): Teck holds a significant stake in the Antamina mine, a large polymetallic operation in Peru. While primarily known for its copper production, Antamina also produces zinc concentrates, among other metals.
These zinc mining operations contribute to Teck Resources' global zinc production, positioning the company as one of the leading producers of this essential base metal.
Zijin Mining
420,000 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Zijin Mining Group Co., Ltd. is a leading Chinese mining company that operates several zinc mines globally. Some of Zijin Mining's key zinc mining operations include:
Lanping Lead-Zinc Mine (China): Located in Lanping County, Yunnan Province, China, this mine is one of Zijin Mining's major zinc-producing assets. It is known for its significant reserves of zinc, lead, and silver.
Hechi Wuxu Lead-Zinc Mine (China): Situated in Hechi City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, the Hechi Wuxu Lead-Zinc Mine is another important zinc-producing operation for Zijin Mining. It contributes to the company's overall zinc production in China.
Barrytown Zinc Project (New Zealand): Zijin Mining acquired the Barrytown Zinc Project in New Zealand through its acquisition of Continental Minerals Corporation. The project has significant zinc resources and is part of Zijin Mining's efforts to expand its international presence in the zinc market.
These zinc mining operations form a crucial part of Zijin Mining's portfolio, contributing to its status as one of the leading zinc producers in China and globally.
Nexa Resources
333,000 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Nexa Resources is a leading Latin American mining company that operates several zinc mines in Peru and Brazil. Some of Nexa Resources' key zinc mining operations include:
Cerro Lindo Mine (Peru): Located in the Ica region of Peru, the Cerro Lindo Mine is one of Nexa Resources' primary zinc-producing assets. It also produces copper, lead, and silver concentrates, contributing to Nexa's overall base metals production.
Vazante Mine (Brazil): Situated in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil, the Vazante Mine is another important zinc-producing operation for Nexa Resources. It is one of the largest zinc mines in Brazil and produces zinc concentrates, as well as lead and silver concentrates.
El Porvenir Mine (Peru): The El Porvenir Mine, located in the Pasco region of Peru, is a significant zinc producer for Nexa Resources. It also produces copper and lead concentrates and contributes to the company's base metals production in Peru.
Boliden AB (publ)
195,370 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Boliden, a leading European mining company, operates several zinc mines in Sweden and Ireland. Key zinc mining operations include:
Garpenberg Mine (Sweden): Located in the Dalarna region of Sweden, the Garpenberg Mine is one of Boliden's primary zinc-producing assets. It also produces lead, silver, and gold concentrates, making it one of the most significant base metals mines in Europe.
Tara Mines (Ireland): Situated in County Meath, Ireland, the Tara Mines is another important zinc-producing operation for Boliden. It is one of the largest zinc mines in Europe and also produces lead and silver concentrates.
Boliden Area Mines (Sweden): Boliden operates several mines in the Boliden area of Sweden, including the Kristineberg and Renström mines. While these mines primarily produce copper, they also produce significant quantities of zinc as a by-product.
These zinc mining operations are integral to Boliden's portfolio, contributing to the company's position as a leading zinc producer in Europe and its overall base metals production.
Lundin Mining Corporation
185,000 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Lundin Mining's key zinc mining operations include:
Neves-Corvo Mine (Portugal): Located in the Alentejo region of Portugal, the Neves-Corvo Mine is one of Lundin Mining's primary zinc-producing assets. It also produces copper, lead, and silver concentrates, making it one of the largest base metals mines in Europe.
Zinkgruvan Mine (Sweden): Situated in the Bergslagen mining district of Sweden, the Zinkgruvan Mine is another important zinc-producing operation for Lundin Mining. It also produces lead, copper, silver, and gold concentrates.
Eagle Mine (United States): The Eagle Mine, located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, is Lundin Mining's primary zinc-producing asset in North America. It primarily produces nickel and copper concentrates, with zinc as a by-product.
MMG
176,292 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
MMG Limited is a global resources company headquartered in Australia that operates several zinc mines worldwide. Key zinc mining operations include:
Dugald River Mine (Australia): Located in Queensland, Australia, the Dugald River Mine is one of MMG's primary zinc-producing assets. It is one of the world's highest-grade zinc mines and also produces lead and silver concentrates.
Century Mine (Australia): The Century Mine, located in Queensland, Australia, was one of the largest zinc mines in the world before its closure in 2016. It produced zinc concentrates and operated for over 16 years.
Las Bambas Mine (Peru): While primarily known for its copper production, MMG's Las Bambas Mine in Peru also produces significant quantities of zinc and other base metals as by-products.
BHP Group Limited
125,048 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
BHP Group is one of the world's largest diversified mining companies and it operates several zinc mines globally. Key zinc mining operations include:
Cannington Mine (Australia): Located in Queensland, Australia, the Cannington Mine is one of the largest and highest-grade silver and lead mines in the world. It also produces significant quantities of zinc concentrate.
Antamina Mine (Peru): BHP holds a significant stake in the Antamina mine, a large polymetallic operation in Peru. While primarily known for its copper production, Antamina also produces zinc concentrates, among other metals.
These zinc mining operations contribute to BHP's diverse portfolio of mining assets, positioning the company as a significant player in the global zinc market.
Newmont
104,326 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Newmont Corporation primarily focuses on the production of gold but is also engaged in the production of copper, silver, lead, and zinc.
The Peñasquito mine is one of the largest open-pit mines in Mexico and is operated by Newmont Corporation. Located in the northeastern corner of the Zacatecas State in Mexico, it is considered one of the largest gold mines in the world. Peñasquito is a polymetallic deposit, meaning it contains multiple metals, including gold, silver, lead, and zinc.
The mine began operations in 2010 and has since become a significant contributor to Mexico's mining industry and economy. Peñasquito utilizes modern mining techniques, including open-pit mining and milling processes, to extract the valuable metals from the ore. The extracted metals are then processed on-site to produce gold and silver doré bars, as well as lead and zinc concentrates.
Fresnillo
96,561 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Fresnillo plc is a leading Mexican precious metals mining company that primarily focuses on the production of silver, gold, lead, and other base metals. While Fresnillo plc does not operate zinc mines as its primary focus, it does have some exposure to zinc production as a by-product of its silver and lead mining operations.
One of Fresnillo's significant mining complexes is the Fresnillo Mine, located in the state of Zacatecas, Mexico. While primarily known for its silver production, the Fresnillo Mine also produces lead and zinc as by-products. Additionally, the Saucito Mine, also located in Zacatecas, Mexico, is another key operation for Fresnillo plc, producing primarily silver but also lead and zinc as by-products.
Santacruz Silver
91,616 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. is a Canadian-based mining company that operates several zinc and silver mines in Mexico. Key zinc mining operations include:
Veta Grande Mine: Located in Zacatecas, Mexico, the Veta Grande Mine is one of Santacruz Silver's primary zinc-producing assets. It also produces silver and lead concentrates.
Rosario Mine: Situated in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, the Rosario Mine is another important zinc-producing operation for Santacruz Silver. It also produces silver and gold concentrates.
These zinc mining operations contribute to Santacruz Silver's portfolio of assets, positioning the company as a player in both the zinc and silver markets.
Sandfire Resources
85,929 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
The MATSA operations are located in the Huelva Province of southwestern Spain in the northern portion of the highly prospective Iberian Pyrite Belt. MATSA is a substantial polymetallic mining operation comprising a central processing facility that sources ore from three underground mines, Aguas Teñidas and Magdalena in Almonaster la Real and Sotiel in Calañas. The processing facility produces copper, zinc and lead mineral concentrates (containing a silver by-product) that are shipped from the port of Huelva.
Sibanye Stillwater Limited
76,000 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Sibanye Stillwater, a leading precious metals mining company based in South Africa, primarily focuses on the production of gold, platinum group metals (PGMs), and palladium. While Sibanye Stillwater does not operate zinc mines as its primary focus, it does have some exposure to zinc production as a by-product of its mining operations.
Southern Copper
65,509 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
The Charcas mine, also known as the Charcas-Cananea mine, is located in the Charcas municipality of San Luis Potosi, Mexico. It is primarily a silver mine, but it also produces lead and zinc as by-products. It has a long history of production and is known for its high-grade silver ore deposits. The mine plays a significant role in the local economy and contributes to Mexico's overall silver and base metals production.
Hecla Mining
60,579 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Hecla Mining Company primarily focuses on the production of silver, gold, lead, and other base metals, with zinc production not being a major component of its operations. Hecla Mining operates several mines in North America, including the Greens Creek mine in Alaska and the Casa Berardi mine in Quebec, Canada, primarily focusing on silver and gold production.
South32
59,200 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
South32 Limited, an Australian mining company, operates several zinc mines globally. Some of South32's key zinc mining operations include:
Cannington Mine (Australia): Located in Queensland, Australia, the Cannington Mine is one of the largest and highest-grade silver and lead mines in the world. It also produces significant quantities of zinc concentrate.
Hermosa Project (United States): The Hermosa Project, located in Arizona, United States, is an advanced exploration project with significant zinc, lead, and silver resources. It is operated by South32's subsidiary, Arizona Mining.
29Metals
51,500 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
29Metals is a mining company based in Australia that primarily focuses on the production of base metals, including zinc. The company operates several mining projects in Australia, including the Golden Grove Mine in Western Australia, which produces zinc, copper, and precious metals.
Kaz Minerals
51,400 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Kaz Minerals, a leading copper producer based in Kazakhstan, does not have zinc production as a significant component of its operations. Kaz Minerals primarily focuses on the extraction and processing of copper ore from its mines in Kazakhstan.
Pan American Silver
38,800 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Pan American Silver primarily focuses on the production of silver, gold, lead, and other base metals, but zinc production is not a major component of its operations.
The Huaron Mine is a significant underground mine located in the Huaron mining district in the Pasco region of Peru. It is operated by Pan American Silver, a leading silver mining company with operations across the Americas. The Huaron Mine is known for its high-grade silver, lead, and zinc deposits.
Operations at the Huaron Mine involve underground mining methods, including both mechanized cut-and-fill and sublevel stoping techniques, to extract the ore from the underground deposits. The mined ore is processed on-site through milling and flotation processes to produce lead, zinc, and silver concentrates. The Huaron Mine has been in operation for several decades and has been a key contributor to Peru's mining industry and economy.
Hudbay Minerals
34,642 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Some of Hudbay Minerals' key zinc mining operations include:
777 Mine (Canada): Located in Flin Flon, Manitoba, Canada, the 777 Mine is one of Hudbay Minerals' primary zinc-producing assets. It also produces copper, gold, and silver concentrates.
Constancia Mine (Peru): While primarily known for its copper production, Hudbay Minerals' Constancia Mine in Peru also produces significant quantities of zinc and molybdenum as by-products.
Lalor Mine (Canada): Situated in Snow Lake, Manitoba, Canada, the Lalor Mine is another important zinc-producing operation for Hudbay Minerals. It also produces gold and copper concentrates.
Gatos Silver
25,990 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Gatos Silver, a mining company based in the United States, primarily focuses on the production of silver and other base metals. The company operates the Cerro Los Gatos mine in Chihuahua, Mexico, which primarily produces silver, lead, and zinc concentrates.
Buenaventura
25,008 tonnes zinc produced full year 2023
Compañía de Minas Buenaventura S.A.A., commonly known as Buenaventura, primarily focuses on the production of precious metals such as gold and silver, with zinc production not being a significant component of its operations. Buenaventura operates several mines in Peru, primarily focusing on gold and silver production, including the Yanacocha and Cerro Verde mines.