Ferrangol
Ferrangol is a state owned corporation that manages iron ore production in Angola. Formed in 1981 to manage the Cassinga mines in partnership with a private firm, mining operations was impeded as a result of the Angolan Civil War. The company hopes to resume production in 2017. Ferrangol's role has expanded to include management of gold, manganese, non-ferrous, precious and rare earth metals concessions.[1]
The firm manages three major concessions, iron ore in Cassinga, Huíla Province and manganese and gold in Cassala-Quitungo region.[2]
References[edit]
- ^ "Use of Iron in Angola Has a Millenary History". Angop (Angola Press Agency). May 16, 2016.
- ^ "Iron Strengthens National Economy". Angop. Luanda. May 17, 2016. Archived from the original on March 1, 2018. Retrieved January 28, 2017.