Weiqiao Group Accelerates Infrastructure Development for Northern Simandou Iron Ore Deposit in Guinea

Published: Mar 20, 2025 11:35

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The Simandou Iron Ore Deposit, located in southeastern Guinea, is one of the world's largest and highest-grade undeveloped iron ore deposits, with measured resources of 4.41 billion mt and an average total iron grade exceeding 65%. The project is divided into northern and southern sections. Weiqiao Group stated that the infrastructure development for the northern section (including a 550-kilometer railway and port connection facilities) is being accelerated.

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