Over three decades of operational excellence
With a rich history of quality work and expertise, Minopex has added value to millions of people globally.
Minopex is born
1996
From a DRA Founder
In 1996, Minopex is born through the innovative thinking of DRA founding member Brian Dowding.
First coal project
1997
Dorsfontein Coal
One of the earliest projects that Minopex got involved in was this coal project.
First chrome project
1998
Horizon Chrome
Horizon was the earliest chrome project that Minopex got involved in.
First iron ore project
1998
Sibuku Iron Ore
Sibuku was the first iron ore project that Minopex got involved in.
Flagship project
1999
Kroondal 1
It was a pivotal year when Minopex secured its first Platinum Operations contract at Kroondal 1, which was commissioned in April.
First gold project
2002
Holt Gold Mine
The first gold project that Minopex got involved in.
Flagship project
2003
Kroondal 2
Five years after Kroondal 1, Minopex secures Kroondal 2 - establishing the Kroondal Complex.
Expansion
2005
Minopex expands to Lesotho
After years of growing the business in South Africa, Minopex expands to Lesotho.
Diversification
2008
Minopex acquires QLS
With this acquisition Minopex could offer clients analytical assaying services across various commodities.
Flagship project
2010
Phola Coal
Minopex began operating and maintaining the 16Mtpa plant which became a standout operation due to its scale and size.
Expansion
2011
Expands to Tanzania
New Luika Gold Operations contract in Tanzania commenced.
Expansion
2011
Expands to Mozambique
The Benga project was the first project awarded in Mozambique.
Diversification
2011
EnSerMo established
EnSerMo was set up to deliver services to Tete province in Mozambique.
Flagship project
2012
Booysendal Platinum
Minopex was awarded the operations and maintenance contract after DRA has provided engineering services for many years.
Expansion
2012
Expansion to Botswana
Karowe Diamond operations began in 2012 and Minopex Botswana was established.
Diversification
2013
Established Minopex Engineering Services SA
As Minopex evolved, so did its need for a standalone engineering team in South Africa.
Expansion
2015
Expansion to Middle East
Ad Duwayhi Gold Operations started in Saudi Arabia.
Flagship project
2016
Vale Moatize
Minopex secured another mega project in Mozambique, becoming the largest operation, employing over 500 staff.
Flagship project
2018
Vedanta Zinc
Minopex started operating the Gamsberg mine for Vedanta Zinc International.
Diversification
2020
UMM joins Minopex
Amidst a global pandemic, Minopex stayed its course and continued to support the DRA strategy through the acquisition of a majority share in UMM contracting.
Recognition
2021
Best Performing Business Partner
Minopex was awarded the prestigious Chairman’s award for Verdanta’s Best Performing Business Partner across all their global operations.
OUR FOOTPRINT
Minopex has collectively operated some 50 different processing facilities as well as having commissioned and ramped-up over 90 globally, establishing itself as a leader in a variety of minerals processing technologies.
Our Values (Fastir)
FOCUS
The client's success is my business
ACCOUNTABILITY
If it is to be done, it will be done
SAFETY
The highest operational standards
TECHNOLOGY
We strive to use the latest technology
INTEGRITY
We will do it beyond reproach
RESPECT
We value our clients & enjoy what we do
EXCEPTIONAL TEAM
STRONG LEADERSHIP
Our experienced leadership team are passionate about the industry and the future of mining. We tackle challenges together!
