Karara mine
The Karara mine is a large iron mine located in the Mid-West region of Western Australia. Karara represents one of the largest iron ore reserves in Australia and in the world, having estimated reserves of 2 billion tonnes of ore grading 35.5% iron metal. It is one of the few magnetite producers in Western Australia. It is owned by Ansteel Group (52.16%) and Gindalbie Metals (47.84%).[1]
Location | |
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Pilbara | |
Country | Australia |
Coordinates | 29°11'28"S, 116°45'38"E |
Production | |
Products | Iron ore |
History | |
Opened | 2010 |
Owner | |
Company | Ansteel Group and Gindalbie Metals |
Website | http://www.kararamining.com.au |
References
- "Karara Iron Ore Mine, Australia". mining-technology.com. 2012. Retrieved 2013-06-10.
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