Outotec Wins a Contract for Iron Ore Processing Plant in Iran

Outotec has announced that it has been won awarded a major contract for a new iron ore pelletizing plant in Bafgh, Iran, from Bafgh Mineral Complex Iron and Steel Industry Company (B-MISCO).

As quoted in the press release

The new 5 million tonnes per annum pellet plant is part of B-MISCO’s greenfield investment program. Outotec’s scope covers the technology license, basic engineering of the pelletizing plant, detailed engineering and supply of proprietary and key equipment and automation, as well as advisory site services for installation, commissioning and start-up. The new plant is expected to become operational in 2018.

Adel Hattab, head of Outotec’s EMEA region stated:

Outotec’s pelletizing technology was selected due to its ability to process a wide range of iron ores, and our strong track record globally and in Iran. Our technologies are widely used in the Iranian iron ore and copper operations, as Outotec has delivered sustainable technologies to Iran since 1970s. We are also currently executing several other projects in Iran.

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