MLG Oz Restricted has introduced the execution of a contract with Rio Tinto, for the availability of bulk haulage and web site providers in assist of ongoing actions on the Western Turner Syncline Mine within the Pilbara of Western Australia.
The brand new contract encompasses the availability of off-road bulk ore haulage providers, materials loading, rock breaking, unloading, stockpile administration and highway upkeep providers. The execution of this contract alerts MLG’s first provide settlement with Rio Tinto, establishing what the corporate hopes shall be a constructive, long-term relationship, it says.
The contract is a 12-month contract, with income anticipated to be roughly A$20 million.
Managing Director, Murray Leahy, stated the contract with Rio Tinto is the end result of MLG constructing a trusted, and probably long-term, relationship with the corporate.
“Rio Tinto has been actively reviewing MLG’s strategy and efficiency requirements to evaluate our broader functionality to ship providers within the Pilbara area. Specifically, they’ve been centered on the efficiencies that may be gained via MLG’s hub and spoke supply mannequin.
“As a proud Western Australian firm, persevering with to broaden our providers past our heartland of the WA goldfields, MLG is delighted to have been chosen as a provider to Rio Tinto. We warmly acknowledge Rio Tinto’s dedication to assist native companies and look ahead to persevering with to evolve and develop our profile within the Pilbara area.”