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XCMG and Rio Tinto Forge New Partnership for World-Class Simandou Iron Ore Project
"This marks a new beginning of high-level friendly cooperation between XCMG and Rio Tinto and further demonstrates our leading technology and innovation capabilities in the field of heavy mining equipment." , expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration. "Over the years, XCMG and Rio Tinto have developed a deep friendship through cooperation. We are honored to provide high-quality large-scale complete sets of mining equipment for the Simandou project in West Africa . We thank Rio Tinto for their trust,"
The statement of work for the mining project on-site, joining forces to assist in the mining of the Simandou project, is expected to have substantial positive impacts on local communities by creating jobs and enhancing technical skills among residents. Both companies are committed to investing in vocational training programs that will aid community development around the mining area.
Located in the southeast of the Republic of Guinea , the Simandou mountain range is home to some of the highest-grade iron ore in the world, globally making it highly significant within international mineral markets.
"Following a competitive tender process, we are pleased to award the HME contract to internationally renowned XCMG," said . "This contract—with its robust provisions for community development and technical training—reflects our project partners' commitments to maximizing the benefits of the Simandou project through local content, prioritization of local employment and upskilling, and investment in vocational and technical skills."
"The Simandou project can be a key driver of growth in Guinea – catalyzing a new wave of investment, building the country's entrepreneurial fabric and supporting development across the country. Through the promotion of local content and investment in local communities—both of which are embedded in this contract award—we can unlock the project's full transformative potential." said .
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