Modern Mining September 2023

Stella Vista acquires Kalia Iron Ore Project in Guinea

Privately-held Australian company, Stella Vista, has acquired the world-class Kalia iron project in Guinea. Kalia is one of the largest undeveloped iron ore projects glob ally, previously owned by Bellzone Mining. Since 2007, over $350 million has been invested into Kalia, including progressing Kalia through two BFSs. Existing infrastruc ture at Kalia includes on-site camp, drill rigs and plant equipment. The Group will simul taneously investigate the potential of the laterite nickel deposit, which overlays the iron ore deposit. Commenting on the agreement to acquire Kalia, Russell Scrimshaw, Chairman, said: “I am fortunate to have first-hand experience in identifying iron ore projects globally which fill the criteria of future oper ational mines. Kalia is such a deposit and we are delighted to have acquired it. The most important development has been the start of construction of the Trans-Guinean Railway and Port infrastructure, which will bring a new economic dawn to Guinea.”  JC Auditors (JCA), an independent certifica tion body, has launched its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) verification service tailored specifically for the transport and logistics sector. The offering aims to enhance sus tainability practices and promote responsible business operations within the industry. JCA’s ESG verification services

Stella Vista acquires Kalia Iron Ore Project in Guinea.

JC Auditors launches ESG verification for transport and logistics

for the transport and logistics sector will enable companies to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability, transparency, and ethical practices. Through a defined process, JCA will evaluate various ESG factors, including car bon emissions reduction initiatives, supply chain ethics, employee welfare, community

engagement, and corporate governance measures. Says Oliver Naidoo, Managing Director of JC Auditors: “By aligning with globally recognised ESG standards, we aim to empower companies in the sector to adopt responsible business practices and contribute to a greener, safer and resilient supply chain.” 

Anglo American Platinum appoints Craig Miller as CEO Platinum miner, Anglo American Platinum has appointed Craig Miller as CEO, with effect from 1 October 2023, fol lowing Natascha Viljoen’s decision in February to take up the COO role at Newmont Corporation. Norman Mbazima, Chairman of Anglo American Platinum, said: “I am pleased to extend a warm welcome to Craig Miller in his new role. Throughout the past four years, Miller has been an invaluable member of the lead ership team and our Board, leading strategy development and execution and driving successful cost and value opti misation across the business. In his new position, Miller will continue to prioritise safe, stable and capable operations while fostering our high-performance culture, all aimed at delivering sustainable ounces and industry-leading returns through the cycle.” Miller is currently the finance director of Anglo American Platinum, a role he has held since 2019. With over 23 years of mining industry experience, he is a seasoned senior executive who has worked in South Africa, Brazil, and the UK, with expertise spanning Anglo American’s PGMs, base metals and bulk commodities businesses. 

JCA launches ESG verification for the transport and logistics sector.

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