BHP Billiton owns and operates the Mount Keith Mine.
The Mount Keith Mine is a significant component of BHP Billiton's Nickel West business, an integrated mine-to-market nickel operation located in Western Australia.
Ownership and Operation Details
BHP Billiton, a global resources company, holds full ownership and operational control of the Mount Keith mine and its associated concentrator. This asset is central to their broader nickel business, which encompasses various stages from mining to processing.
Nickel West: An Integrated Business
The Mt Keith mine functions as a key part of Nickel West, BHP Billiton's integrated nickel supply chain. This comprehensive business model ensures efficiency and control over the entire production process, from ore extraction to the final refined product.
Key components of BHP Billiton's Nickel West business include:
- Mines:
- Mt Keith Mine: An open-pit nickel mine.
- Cliffs Mine: An underground mine.
- Leinster Mine: An underground mine.
- Concentrator Plants:
- Mt Keith Concentrator: Processes ore from the Mt Keith mine.
- Leinster Concentrator: Processes ore primarily from the Leinster mine.
- Kambalda Concentrator: Another key processing facility.
- Smelter:
- Kalgoorlie Nickel Smelter: Processes nickel concentrate into matte.
- Refinery:
- Kwinana Nickel Refinery: Produces high-purity nickel metal.
This integrated approach allows BHP Billiton to manage the entire value chain of its nickel production, ensuring a streamlined and controlled operation from raw material extraction to market delivery. The Mount Keith Mine plays a crucial role in supplying nickel ore to this extensive network.
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