Boliden AB (publ) (BLIDF)
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Boliden AB (publ) Profile
| Metals & Mining Industry | Materials Sector | Mikael Staffas CEO | OTC PINK Exchange | - ISIN |
| SE Country | 7,500 Employees | 30 Apr 2026 Last Dividend | 9 May 2023 Last Split | - IPO Date |
Overview
Boliden AB, established in 1924, is a multinational corporation with roots in Sweden, dedicated to the extraction, production, and recycling of base metals. It operates on a global scale, with significant activities in Sweden, Finland, the rest of the Nordic region, Germany, the United Kingdom, Europe, North America, and beyond. The corporation is structured into two main segments: Business Area Mines and Business Area Smelters, facilitating a comprehensive approach to the metal production and recycling processes. Its diverse geographic presence and strategic operational divisions position Boliden AB as a key player in the metals industry, catering to a wide array of industrial customers.
Products and Services
- Copper
- Zinc
- Nickel
- Lead and Gold
- Silver and Other Metals
Boliden AB explores and produces copper, a key component used in electrical wiring, roofing, plumbing, and industrial machinery. Copper extraction and production are primarily conducted in their Aitik, the Boliden Area, and Garpenberg mines in Sweden, and the Rönnskär and Harjavalta smelters in Sweden and Finland.
Zinc production is another core area for Boliden AB, aimed mostly at producing corrosion-resistant galvanized steel. The company's main zinc operations are through the Tara mine in Ireland and the Kokkola and Odda smelters in Finland and Norway, respectively.
Nickel is explored and produced mainly for its use in manufacturing stainless steel and batteries. Boliden's nickel extraction efforts are concentrated in the Kevitsa mines in Finland.
Lead and gold extraction are part of Boliden's product portfolio, with lead being used in batteries and protective shields against radiation, while gold serves various financial and industrial applications. The Bergsöe smelter in Sweden is notably involved in lead production.
In addition to the abovementioned metals, Boliden also deals with the production of silver, used in jewelry, solar panels, and electronics; cobalt, crucial for battery technology; sulphuric acid, used in industrial processes; and precious metals like tellurium, platinum, and palladium. These operations underscore the company's diversified approach to metal production and recycling, catering to a broad spectrum of industrial needs.
