Mining
SimFer S. A.
Conakry, Guinea
Headquarter
Conakry, Guinea
Established
2003, 2022
Ownership
SimFer Jersey Limited
Government of Guinea
Pimary Commodity
Iron Ore
Employees
20,781

About

SimFer S.A. is a joint venture between the Government of Guinea and SimFer Jersey Limited (owned by Rio Tinto and Chinalco-led CIOH) developing Simandou Blocks 3 and 4 — part of one of the world's highest-grade iron ore deposits in southeastern Guinea. The project includes mining operations, a 78 km rail spur, and port infrastructure, forming Africa's largest mine and infrastructure project when complete. Guided by the values of care, courage, and curiosity under its "Wontanara" culture, SimFer employs over 25,000 people, with more than 82% being Guinean nationals, and has committed over $599 million to local businesses.

Key People

Chris Aitchison
Managing Director
Linchuan Zhou
Deputy Project Director, Execution & Partnership
Therese Dower
General Manager HSE

Key Statistics

Operations

Operation Location
Beyla Prefecture
Operation Type
Greenfield
Operation Status
Production (Phase 1)
Est. Production
120 Mtpa

Company Snapshot

Registration Number
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Tax ID
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Social Media

Ownership Structure

Key Documents

Milestones

March 2024
Joint Venture Finalized: Groundwork & Final Approvals
Early to Mid-2025
Construction & Stockpiling
November 2025
First Commercial Ore
April 2026
Rail Spur Completion, Shipment of 0.6 million tonnes of iron ore
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