AtkinsRéalis Joins Rio Tinto to Develop Simandou, the World's Largest Untapped High-Grade Iron Ore Deposit

MONTREAL, Dec. 19, 2023 /CNW/ - Marking a pivotal moment in the global mining sector, AtkinsRéalis SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. ATRL, with a global presence in professional services and project management, announced its recent appointment as the integrated delivery partner for the eminent Simandou mining project. Partnering with the world-renowned mining giant, Rio Tinto, AtkinsRéalis is set to orchestrate the exploitation of the largest known untapped high-grade iron ore deposit in the world, located in the bountiful terrains of the Republic of Guinea.

An Industry Leader's Stance

AtkinsRéalis, a multidisciplinary entity excelling in engineering and construction spheres, is poised to synergize its expertise with Rio Tinto’s vast mining experience. This collaboration is undertaken within the framework of what is projected to be an influential driving force in the iron ore domain, pivoting on sustainability and substantial economic contributions to the local community and the Republic of Guinea at large.

Simandou's Strategic Significance

Simandou stands as a keystone project in the industry due to its outstanding iron ore quality which promises to be a game-changer in the global steel-making raw materials market. AtkinsRéalis's role as the integrated delivery partner involves steering the project’s numerous facets, encompassing feasibility assessments, planning, engineering design, and construction management, ultimately culminating in the efficient operational commencement of the mining site.

Montreal, Iron, Mining