Posted by Paul Moore on twenty seventh August 2024
Molycop has opened a brand new SAG Ball line in Cilegon, Indonesia, that can double its SAG Ball manufacturing capability from 50,000 t to 100,000 t. The brand new line positions Molycop to fulfill the area’s growing demand with better effectivity and reliability.
In a big achievement, the manufacturing line additionally achieves a neighborhood content material certification of above 50% and is operated by a totally native workforce. This displays Molycop’s dedication to native sourcing and its dedication to fostering expertise and alternatives inside the group.
Jim Anderson, Molycop CEO, introduced the opening of the brand new manufacturing line in entrance of the Australian Ambassador to Indonesia and different distinguished company.
He mentioned the event marked a big milestone for Molycop in Indonesia, its clients and the broader area people. “Cilegon has been house to Molycop’s operations for over 25 years. This facility is considered one of 14 strategically situated vegetation in a few of the world’s most vital mining areas. Initially established to service the native Indonesian mining business, our Cilegon plant now proudly helps operations throughout Southeast Asia.”
He added that Molycop had invested greater than US$100 million within the area within the final 25 years. “This dedication underscores our perception in Indonesia’s industrial panorama’s potential and resilience. Right now’s inauguration of the brand new SAG ball manufacturing line is a testomony to this enduring funding.”
Along with investing in Cilegon, Molycop has acquired the Cikande Plant, the primary Excessive-Chrome grinding media plant to be 100% Molycop-owned. The acquisition brings 75 new staff into the Molycop Indonesia group. It additionally diversifies its product combine and market attain, additional strengthening its place within the business.
Molycop provides: “The success and progress of Molycop in Indonesia are deeply rooted in our partnership with the local people and our devoted workforce. We’re dedicated to persevering with this journey of progress and collaboration, making certain that the advantages of our investments are felt all through the area.”
Anderson advised the assembled company that their assist and collaboration made the opening of the manufacturing line potential. He additionally gave his particular due to the Molycop group in Indonesia and the dignitaries and representatives from Freeport who attended. He concluded: “I need to thank everybody – our staff, companions, clients, and the group – for his or her unwavering assist and dedication. We’re constructing a stronger, extra resilient future for the mining business and past.”
