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Rio Tinto ships 8 billionth tonne of iron ore from the Pilbara
KARRATHA, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto has celebrated the shipment of 8 billion tonnes1 of iron ore to global markets from the Pilbara region, 60 years after the company’s first shipment set sail from Western Australia for Japan. The milestone shipment departed from Cape Lambert port aboard the Juno Horizon on 19 May 2026, bound for Nippon Steel Corporation, one of Rio Tinto’s long
Rio Tinto appoints new Chief Legal Officer
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto has appointed Trudi Charles to succeed Isabelle Deschamps as Chief Legal Officer, Governance & Corporate Affairs. Trudi is currently Deputy General Counsel and Senior Vice President Legal, Supply, Trading & Shipping at BP plc. She will join Rio Tinto from 1 August 2026. Trudi has spent over 20 years at BP in various senior legal roles across its
Yindjibarndi Energy Corporation reaches Financial Close on Jinbi Solar Project; signs Power Purchase Agreement with Rio Tinto
Yindjibarndi Energy Corporation (YEC), one of Australia’s largest Indigenous-led renewable energy initiatives, will begin construction of the Jinbi Solar Project in the Pilbara after reaching Financial Close and signing a 30-year Power Purchase Agreement with Rio Tinto, marking a major step in delivering renewable energy on Yindjibarndi Ngurra (Country).
Sodexo awarded contract to manage Rio Tinto’s Pilbara facilities
PERTH, Australia -- Sodexo has been awarded a new contract to provide facilities management for Rio Tinto’s fly-in fly out (FIFO) accommodation villages, residential houses and operational sites in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.The seven-year contract, with an option to extend for an additional three years, commences in June 2026. It was awarded after a thorough global partner selection proce
Clontarf and Rio Tinto extend 18-year partnership supporting young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men
KARRATHA, Australia -- The Clontarf Foundation and Rio Tinto will extend their successful 18-year partnership for a further five-years, continuing to improve education, wellbeing and employment outcomes for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men across Australia.Since first partnering in 2008, the two organisations have worked together to support young men to engage in education, build co
Rio Tinto’s A$100m boost for essential service worker housing in the Pilbara
PERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto will invest A$100 million to support the Western Australian Government’s building of more than 500 homes for regional frontline workers, as part of its new Seven Cities Vision for regional WA. The state’s Government Regional Officer Housing (GROH) program will deliver new homes to Karratha, where many Rio Tinto employees live and work, as well as
Rio Tinto’s Argyle Pink Diamonds™ and West Australian Ballet announce 2026 Rare Gem recipient
Rio Tinto’s Argyle Pink Diamonds business has announced the 2026 recipient of its unique Rare Gem partnership with West Australian Ballet, the oldest ballet company in Australia.
Rio Tinto donates A$1.5m to WA Department of Fire and Emergency Services to help with Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle recovery
PERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto will donate A$1.5 million to support communities impacted by Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle in Western Australia. The contribution to the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) will assist with relief and recovery efforts across Western Australian communities impacted by Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle, while also supporting longer-ter
Rio Tinto donates A$1.5 million to support Qld and NT communities impacted by Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle and recent widespread flooding
MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto will donate A$1.5 million to support disaster relief efforts for communities in Queensland and the Northern Territory impacted by Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle and recent widespread flooding, while also supporting longer-term preparedness and resilience for future emergencies. Rio Tinto will provide A$1 million to assist in Queensland and h
Rio Tinto releases first quarter 2026 production results
9% YoY CuEq growth from our three value-generating, world-leading businesses MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto Chief Executive Simon Trott said: “Safety is the foundation of our business. The tragic loss of two colleagues this year, at Simandou and Kennecott, is a stark reminder that we must ensure everyone goes home safely at the end of every shift. “Operating excellence
Rio Tinto advances Kitimat operations with new conveyor commissioning
KITIMAT, Canada – Rio Tinto has commissioned a new alumina conveyor at its BC Works smelter in Kitimat, marking a key milestone in its CAN$135 million investment to strengthen the reliability of its operations. The 1.1-kilometre system will transport approximately 800,000 tonnes of alumina per year, ensuring a steady supply of the raw material used in aluminium production. Designed with a 5
Bolobedu solar power plant reaches commissioning
Richards Bay, South Africa -- Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) and international renewable energy company Voltalia have today announced the commissioning of the Bolobedu Solar Farm, located in Limpopo province.
Lifeline WA and Rio Tinto partner to support the mental health of Western Australian crisis call volunteers
PERTH, Australia -- Lifeline WA and Rio Tinto are partnering to support the hundreds of Western Australian volunteers who answer calls from people in crisis, as part of a new four-year partnership. The partnership will direct A$1.8 million to the agency, with $1.2 million dedicated to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of the 540 Lifeline WA volunteer Crisis Supporters.It marks the fi
Rio Tinto provides Iron Ore update following Tropical Cyclone Narelle
PERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto's iron ore port operations have resumed after Tropical Cyclone Narelle passed over Western Australia's Pilbara region. All of the company's people remained safe and unharmed during the weather event. Port closures at Rio Tinto’s four Pilbara iron ore port terminals commenced on 24 March 2026. Ship loading at East Intercourse Island, Parker Poin
Rio Tinto spends record A$12 billion with Western Australian suppliers in 2025
PERTH, Australia -- Rio Tinto’s development of its replacement mines in the Pilbara has increased its spend with Western Australian suppliers to a record A$12.1 billion in 2025, A$1.8 billion more than the prior year. This is a testament to the outstanding work of the state’s supplier community. The contribution of Pilbara-based suppliers has been particularly remarkable, with spend more than
Rio Tinto boosts 2025 Australian supplier spend to record A$19.7 billion
MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto spent a record A$19.7 billion with more than 6,000 Australian suppliers in 2025. This represents a A$2 billion increase on the previous year, supporting jobs and businesses across Australia. About A$1.5 billion was spent with local suppliers in the regions where the company operates, supporting local jobs and local communities. A record A
Rio Tinto releases details of $9.9 billion of taxes and royalties paid in 2025
MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto has published its 2025 Taxes and Royalties Paid Report, which details $9.9 billion of taxes and royalties paid globally during the year (2024: $8.4 billion). In Australia, taxes and royalties totalling $6.1 billion (A$9.5 billion) were paid in 2025, including corporate tax paid of $3.7 billion (A$5.8 billion). Rio Tinto also made significant
Rio Tinto’s Diavik diamond mine delivers its final production
YELLOWKNIFE, Canada--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- After 23 years of operations and more than 150 million carats of rough diamonds produced before exhausting its economic reserves, Rio Tinto’s Diavik diamond mine in the Northwest Territories of Canada has celebrated its final day of production. Rio Tinto Iron & Titanium and Diamonds Managing Director Sophie Bergeron said: “Forty years ago there were
Rio Tinto, Queensland and Commonwealth secure long-term future for Boyne aluminium smelter at Gladstone
MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto, the Queensland Government and the Commonwealth Government have struck a landmark partnership to secure a long-term future for the Boyne aluminium smelter at Gladstone and ensure it remains internationally cost-competitive beyond its current power contract. The agreement supports a long-term future for aluminium smelting in Queensland, buildi
Resolution Copper completes historic land exchange
SUPERIOR, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Resolution Copper, a joint venture between Rio Tinto (55%) and BHP (45%), and the United States Forest Service (USFS) have completed a historic land exchange, unlocking the next phase of one of the world’s largest untapped copper deposits. Completion of the land exchange follows a 13 March decision in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit which ru
Update on the Nemaska Lithium Bécancour project
MONTRÉAL, Canada – Since assuming direct management of Nemaska Lithium in February, Rio Tinto has completed an in-depth review of the Nemaska Lithium Bécancour lithium hydroxide conversion project and its overall trajectory, working closely with the Nemaska Lithium team. This review confirmed that adjustments were needed to set the project on a stronger and more sustainable path. As a result,
Fatal incident at Rio Tinto Kennecott
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto deeply regrets to confirm the death of an employee of a contracting company following an incident at Bingham Canyon Mine in Utah on Thursday 12 March. Rio Tinto Chief Executive Simon Trott said: “We are devastated by the loss of our colleague, and our heartfelt sympathies are with their family, friends, teammates, and everyone in the Kennecott community. W
Rio Tinto secures $1.175 billion financing package for Rincon lithium project in Argentina
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto has secured a $1.175 billion financing package from four international lenders to support development of the Rincon lithium project in Argentina’s Salta Province. The package comprises loans from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), IDB Invest, Export Finance Australia (EFA) and the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC). The proceeds
Rio Tinto and WA Government partner to expand Dampier Seawater Desalination Plant
KARRATHA, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto and the Western Australian Government have entered into a 50:50 joint venture to complete both Stage 1 and Stage 2 of the Dampier Seawater Desalination Plant. Once fully operational, the plant will deliver 8GL of desalinated water per year to the West Pilbara Water Supply Scheme, reducing pressure on regional aquifers. The West Pilbara Water
Rio Tinto advances gallium metal R&D project in partnership with the Government of Canada
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto is moving forward on a research and development project to extract primary gallium from its alumina refining process in Quebec, with a conditionally approved contribution from Natural Resources Canada under the Global Partnerships Initiative (GPI). After successfully extracting first gallium together with its partner Indium Corporation in May 2025, Rio Ti
Rio Tinto approves Zulti South investment of $473 million and lifts project suspension
RICHARDS BAY, South Africa -- Rio Tinto has approved Richards Bay Minerals’ Zulti South project, lifting the suspension which has been in place since January 2020. The $473 million investment aims to extend the mine's life to 2050 and ensure RBM's operational continuity for years to come.Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) currently operates within the Zulti North lease area, which includes a mineral sepa
Tłı̨chǫ Government and Diavik Diamond Mine sign closure agreement in Behchokǫ̀
BEHCHOKǪ̀, Canada – The Tłı̨chǫ Government and Rio Tinto’s Diavik Diamond Mine marked a new stage in their decades-long partnership, signing a Closure Agreement on February 26, 2026, at a public ceremony at the Cultural Centre in Behchokǫ, Northwest Territories.Tłı̨chǫ leadership and Diavik officials signed the agreement in front of Tłı̨chǫ citizens, community members, Elders, and staff. The gathe
Rio Tinto: Solid results underpinned by +8% CuEq production and sharper cost discipline
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto Chief Executive Simon Trott said: "Safety remains our highest priority. We are deeply committed to learning from the tragic death of one of our colleagues at the Simandou project last weekend and I will be spending time with the team on the ground, as we fully investigate how this happened. "Our solid financial results demonstrate clear progress as we embe
Rio Tinto assumes majority interest and management responsibilities at Nemaska Lithium
MONTREAL, Canada – Following the respective equity investments made by Rio Tinto and the Government of Québec, through Investissement Québec, in Nemaska Lithium since March 2025, Rio Tinto now holds a 53.9% stake in Nemaska Lithium, while the Government of Québec holds 46.1% of the company. As the majority shareholder, Rio Tinto now assumes direct management of Nemaska Lithium and will levera
Fatal incident at Simandou project
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto is deeply saddened to confirm the death of an employee of a contracting company following an incident at the SimFer mine site in Nzérékoré, Guinea on Saturday 14 February. Rio Tinto Chief Executive Simon Trott said: “Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the family, friends and colleagues of our teammate who lost their life, and with everyone affec
Rio Tinto executive team change
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Isabelle Deschamps, Chief Legal, Governance & Corporate Affairs Officer, has decided to leave Rio Tinto during 2026, after five years in the role, to pursue new opportunities outside the company. Isabelle will remain in her role until at least mid‑2026 to ensure continuity while Rio Tinto undertakes a rigorous succession process. Rio Tinto Chief Executive Simo
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Rio Tinto and Groupe CH launch “Forged here” celebrating the people and communities behind Quebec-made aluminium
Launched in 2023, the collaboration continues with renewed passion, spotlighting Rio Tinto employees, communities and low carbon, 100% recyclable aluminium made in QuébecMONTRÉAL, QUÉBEC – Rio Tinto today launched “Forged here,” a new campaign marking the next chapter of its partnership with the Montréal Canadiens. The campaign celebrates employees who produce Québec-made aluminium, community part
Rio Tinto strengthens its global low-carbon aluminium footprint through joint acquisition with Chalco of Votorantim's interest in CBA
SÃO PAULO, Brazil--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto and Aluminum Corporation of China Limited (Chalco) have entered into a definitive agreement with Votorantim (the “Transaction Agreement”) to acquire, through a joint venture to be owned 33% by Rio Tinto and 67% by Chalco (the “Joint Venture”), Votorantim’s 68.596% controlling shareholding in Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio (CBA) (the “Transaction
Rio Tinto releases fourth quarter 2025 production results
Standout production results with +8% CuEq production growth in 2025 MELBOURNE, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto Chief Executive Simon Trott said: “Our operations delivered exceptional production performance, both on a quarter-on-quarter and full year basis, as we leverage our strong foundation of operating excellence and project delivery across our portfolio. “We achieved record qua
Rio Tinto expands solar power capacity at Kennecott
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Rio Tinto has energized a new 25-megawatt solar plant at its Kennecott copper operations in Utah, showcasing a circular critical-minerals supply chain in which tellurium produced at the site is used to manufacture the panels now powering it. Together with the 5MW solar plant completed in 2023, Kennecott now has 30MW of solar capacity—enough to power approximately 1,026
Rio Tinto and Amazon Web Services collaborate to bring low-carbon Nuton copper to U.S. data centres
TUCSON, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto today announces a strategic collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) that will see AWS become Nuton® Technology’s first customer following the breakthrough industrial-scale deployment of the innovative bioleaching technology at the Johnson Camp copper mine in the U.S. last month. Under the two-year agreement, AWS will use the first Nuton copper
Rio Tinto and BHP explore collaboration to mine up to 200 million tonnes of Pilbara iron ore
PERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto and BHP have agreed to work together to extract up to 200 million tonnes of iron ore at their neighbouring Yandicoogina and Yandi iron ore operations in the Pilbara. Under two non-binding Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), the companies will explore the potential for: Collaboration on the development of Rio Tinto’s Wunbye deposit; and BHP t
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Rhodes Ridge Joint Venture partners begin $191 million feasibility study on up to 50Mtpa Pilbara iron ore mine
PERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Rhodes Ridge Joint Venture has approved a $191 million (A$294 million) (Rio Tinto share $96 million, A$147 million) feasibility study to progress development of the first phase of the Rhodes Ridge project, one of the world’s best undeveloped iron ore deposits, in Western Australia’s Pilbara. The feasibility study will assess development of an operation
Tomago Aluminium welcomes continued collaboration on future operations
NEWCASTLE, Australia-- Tomago Aluminium has welcomed today’s announcement with the Federal and New South Wales Governments to explore a new pathway to support reliable, long-term and competitively priced energy for the smelter beyond 2028.The announcement reflects constructive engagement between Tomago and the Federal and New South Wales Governments to address the smelter’s energy challenges after
Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation and Rio Tinto sign Interim Modernised Agreement
PERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation and Rio Tinto have signed an Interim Modernised Agreement, marking an important step in their long-standing relationship. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251211420422/en/Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation and Rio Tinto representatives sign Interim
Rio Tinto’s first Pilbara-made rail car built by Gemco in Karratha
KARRATHA, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto’s first Pilbara-made iron ore rail car has rolled off the production line in Karratha, as part of a A$150 million partnership with Australian rail industry supplier Gemco Rail to build 100 rail cars in Western Australia and to support local manufacturing. The first Karratha-made rail car follows the completion of 40 Western Australian-made iron
BHP and Rio Tinto welcome first Caterpillar battery-electric haul trucks to the Pilbara
PERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Australia’s first Cat® 793 XE Early Learner battery-electric haul trucks have arrived at BHP’s Jimblebar iron ore mine in the Pilbara, marking the start of on-site testing, in collaboration with Rio Tinto, of Caterpillar’s battery-electric heavy haulage technology in the region that powers the nation’s economy. This press release features multimedia. View th
Rio Tinto’s Nuton technology produces first copper
TUCSON, Arizona--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto has successfully produced the first copper from the Johnson Camp mine in Arizona using its Nuton® Technology, marking a pivotal step forward in the development of this innovative copper processing technology. After more than 30 years of research and development, the first copper cathode using Rio Tinto’s proprietary bioleaching technology, which re
Stronger, sharper and simpler Rio Tinto to deliver leading returns
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto will today outline its strategy to deliver industry leading returns by becoming stronger, sharper and simpler, at its 2025 Capital Markets Day. Chief Executive Simon Trott and members of the executive team will detail how Rio Tinto will unlock its full potential to become the most valued metals and mining business through a strategy that starts with having
Karlka Nyiyaparli Aboriginal Corporation and Rio Tinto sign updated Native Title Agreement
PERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Karlka Nyiyaparli Aboriginal Corporation (KNAC) Registered Native Title Body Corporate and Rio Tinto have signed an updated Native Title Agreement to strengthen ways of working together, deliver long-term benefits for the Nyiyaparli People and provide Rio Tinto with a clear framework for engaging on mine development on Nyiyaparli Country. This press release
Rio Tinto strengthens support for organisations responding to gender-based violence across Canada
MONTREAL--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- As part of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, Rio Tinto is reaffirming its commitment to addressing domestic and family violence by extending support to local organisations across Canada. For the sixth consecutive year, Rio Tinto is partnering with organisations that provide shelter, counselling, education, training, and services to help women, c
Rio Tinto partners with Calix to test low-emissions steel making in Western Australia, pauses BioIron
PERTH, Australia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto has signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) with Australian environmental technology company Calix to support construction of Calix’s Zero Emissions Steel Technology (Zesty™) demonstration plant in Western Australia, which could enable Pilbara iron ores to be used in lower-emissions steel making. If approved, the demonstration plant will be bu
Rio Tinto signs new wind power deal for Kennecott
SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Rio Tinto’s Kennecott operation has progressed its decarbonisation objectives by signing a 15-year virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with TerraGen for renewable energy from a newly completed wind farm in Texas. Under the agreement, Rio Tinto will purchase 78.5 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy generated by TerraGen’s 238.5 MW Monte Cristo I Windpower
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