There are more than 922 iron ore mines in operation globally, of which 42 are in Brazil, according to GlobalData’s mines and projects database. The following are the five largest iron ore mines by production in Brazil 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. Serra Norte Mining Complex
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The Serra Norte Mining Complex is a surface mine located in Para. It is owned by Vale and produced an estimated 102.8 mtpa of iron ore in 2023. The mine will operate until 2038. Buy the profile here.
2. Carajas Serra Sul S11D Project
Located in Para, the Carajas Serra Sul S11D Project is owned by Vale. The surface mine produced an estimated 76.67 mtpa of iron ore in 2023. The mine will operate until 2059. Buy the profile here.
3. Vargem Grande Mining Complex
The Vargem Grande Mining Complex is located in Minas Gerais. It is owned by Vale and produced an estimated 32.4 mtpa of iron ore in 2023. The mine will operate until 2120. Buy the profile here.
4. Itabira Mining Complex
The Itabira Mining Complex, owned by Vale, is a surface mine located in Minas Gerais. The mine produced an estimated 29.5 mtpa of iron ore in 2023. The mine will operate until 2041. Buy the profile here.
5. Paraopeba Mining Complex
Owned by Vale, the Paraopeba Mining Complex is a surface mine located in Minas Gerais. It produced an estimated 23.67 mtpa of iron ore in 2023. The mine will operate until 2043. Buy the profile here.
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