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Base metals miner Ivanhoe Mines officially opened its platinum group metals (PGM) Plat reef platinum/palladium/nickel/rhodium/gold/copper mine on November 19....
12 Dec, 2025 08:27 29 min read
Ivanhoe Mines has launched production at its Tier 1 Platreef mine in South Africa, targeting major expansions to become one of the world's largest and lowest-cost primary PGM producers. Phase 2 construction begins in early 2026, aiming to nearly quintuple output by 2027, with a Phase 3 plan to double production again. The project benefits from a thick, high-grade orebody and strong local community ownership, positioning it as a cornerstone of South Africa's mining future.... More