On November 1, 2024, the first tungsten processing plant in Kazakhstan was opened in the Almaty region. This is a historic event for the domestic mining industry, which will strengthen the country's position in the global rare earth metals market.
The $300 million project was implemented taking into account international environmental and industrial standards. The plant will provide up to 1,000 jobs for local specialists and, upon reaching its design capacity, will annually process 3.3 million tons of ore, producing 65% tungsten concentrate.
At the time of opening, the readiness of key facilities was:

• Sludge storage facility – 60%
• Processing plant – 60%
• External water supply facilities – 85%
• External power supply – 100% (connected to 110 kV line)
• Internal power supply – 90%
The project is managed by Aral Kegen LLP, part of the international holding Jiaxin International Resources Investment Ltd., which was joined by Jiangxi Copper Corporation, China Railway Construction Company, China Civil Engineering Construction Company and Ever Trillion International Singapore PTE LTD.
Further plans include the construction of a deep processing complex, which will increase the tungsten content to 88.5% and produce high-purity tungsten carbide. The expected investment volume for this stage will be $150 million.
The opening of the plant marks a new stage in the development of the mining industry of Kazakhstan and emphasizes the country's desire for the efficient and rational use of natural resources.

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