Nittetsu Mining Co., Ltd. (1515)

Overview

Nittetsu Mining Co., Ltd., established in 1939 and based in Tokyo, Japan, operates extensively in the mining sector both domestically and internationally. The company’s activities span a wide range of areas, including the extraction of non-metallic minerals, the production of fuel-related products, and the mining of metallic minerals such as copper, gold, and silver. Beyond its core mining operations, Nittetsu Mining also involves itself in the development and sale of real estate, the production of environmental and industrial machinery, as well as the generation and sale of electricity from renewable sources. With a diversified portfolio that includes the operation of the Atacama Copper Mine in South America, the company plays a significant role in supplying raw materials and products for various industries worldwide.

Products and Services

• Non-metallic Minerals: This category includes a wide range of products such as limestone, dolomite, gypsum, silica rock, and quicklime/hydrated lime. These are essential in construction, manufacturing, and agriculture, among other sectors.
• Fuel-Related Products: Nittetsu Mining supplies coal, petroleum products, and liquefied petroleum gas which are critical to energy production and various industrial processes.
• Atacama Copper Mine: This major operation focuses on the extraction of metallic minerals like electrolytic copper, gold, and silver in South America, contributing to the global supply of precious and industrial metals.
• Fine Chemicals: The company produces a variety of chemicals such as fire retardants and calcium carbonate. Their product range also includes innovative solutions like Asheet paper shoe insoles and white limestone.
• Environmental Products: A lineup of environmentally focused products, including wastewater treatment chemicals and deodorants, showcases the company’s commitment to ecological concerns.
• Industrial Machinery: Nittetsu Mining manufactures machinery related to environmental protection, such as dust collectors, as well as powder and fluid-related machinery that includes air-classifiers and milk inspection agency plating machines.
• Real Estate and Geothermal Development: The company is involved in the management, leasing, and sale of a wide variety of real estate properties. Additionally, it engages in the survey and development of geothermal energy sources, further diversifying its energy portfolio.
• Renewable Energy Generation: By using solar and hydroelectric plants, Nittetsu Mining generates power that it supplies and sells, contributing to the production of clean energy and supporting sustainability efforts.