There are more than 922 iron ore mines in operation globally, of which 63 are in Australia, according to GlobalData’s mines and projects database. The following are the five largest iron ore mines by production in Australia in 2023, according to GlobalData’s mining database, which tracks more than 33,000 mines and projects from early exploration to closure across more than 150 countries and over 100 commodities. Buy the latest mine-site profiles here.
1. Mt Newman Joint Venture
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The Mt Newman Joint Venture is a surface mine located in Western Australia. It is owned by BHP Group and produced an estimated 66.99 mtpa of iron ore in 2023. The mine will operate until 2052. Buy the profile here.
2. Jimblebar Hub
Located in Western Australia, the Jimblebar Hub is owned by BHP Group. The surface mine produced an estimated 66.8 mtpa of iron ore in 2023. The mine will operate until 2060. Buy the profile here.
3. Area C Mine
The Area C Mine is located in Western Australia. It is owned by BHP Group and produced an estimated 58.47 mtpa of iron ore in 2023. The mine will operate until 2067. Buy the profile here.
4. South Flank Project
The South Flank Project, owned by BHP Group, is a surface mine located in Western Australia. The mine produced an estimated 56 mtpa of iron ore in 2023. The mine will operate until 2047. Buy the profile here.
5. Greater Tom Price Mine
Owned by Rio Tinto, the Greater Tom Price Mine is a surface mine located in Western Australia. It produced an estimated 51.62 mtpa of iron ore in 2023. The mine will operate until 2035. Buy the profile here.
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