The mining industry in Sweden
Sweden's mining industry is the leading producer of ore in the EU. Sweden's bedrock is one of the world's most promising areas for new discoveries of ore, and exploration has increased in the …
Swedish mines
Sweden has a history of mining and metal refining stretching back more than a thousand years. Today, Sweden is one of the EU's leading ore and metal producers. ... The report Statistics of the Swedish Mining Industry 2022 is …
Roadmap
The purpose of this national research and innovation agenda, which is the third consecutive agenda of its kind, is to bring research and innovation needs of the Swedish mineral and mining industry, the metal extraction industry and equipment suppliers to the fore. Sweden is one of the world's leading nations in mining innovation.
Sweden's Minerals Strategy
"To create growth throughout Sweden by means of sustainable use of the country's mineral resources, in harmony with environmental, natural and cultural values. Sweden is …
Sweden's New Material Ecosystem
As this trend accelerates, Sweden's mining sector has a key role to play in helping to transform mining practices. In fact, international miners have shown a keen interest in learning the "Swedish way" when it comes to using environmentally friendly methods to unearth and process both traditional and non-traditional resources.
How Sweden's mining sector could lead the way to sustainability
Finally, the Swedish mining industry should work towards transforming the current modus operandi in metals markets so it can absorb higher costs from increased sustainability by passing the costs on through the supply chain. While there are substantial challenges in using traceability and supply chain transparency to improve sustainability in ...
Sweden's mining hurdles impede EU's domestic battery push
"The earth's resources won't be enough." Sweden's Economy Ministry is carrying out an inquiry into how to streamline the permitting process to ensure a sustainable supply of ...
Mining in Sweden
The mining industry in Sweden has a history dating back 6,000 years. [citation needed]Kiruna iron ore mine in Kiruna, Norrbotten County. Historically, Sweden's most famous mine is the copper Falun Mine in Dalarna, which made a significant contribution to the Swedish economy for several centuries.Sweden today is one of the largest sources of iron ore in Europe, with approximately …
Alarms: Environmental Requirements Threaten Sweden's …
Sweden's large deposits of critical metals are an important piece of the puzzle in the EU's green transition – but today's regulatory framework threatens t ... It will likely have very serious consequences for the entire mining industry, says Kaj Lax, acting head of the mineral resources department at SGU. Skeptical.
Miningforgenerations | Mining by Sweden
New technology increased efficiency and saved Sweden's oldest mine. New technology increased efficiency and saved Sweden's oldest mine. ... Tomorrow's mining industry starts here. Tomorrow's most important deposits are waiting for you in the world's biggest drill core archive.
Sweden's Minerals Strategy
Sweden's minerals strategy will increase the competitiveness of the Swedish mining and minerals industry so that Sweden maintains and strengthens its position as the EUâ s leading mining nation. Swedenâ s mineral assets are to be exploited in a long-term sustainable way, with consideration shown for ecological, social and cultural dimensions ...
Exploration & Mining in Finland, Sweden and Norway
Finland, Sweden and Norway have a long history of mineral exploration, mining and metal production. Finland's mining industry is composed of the extraction and processing of metallic minerals and industrial minerals as well as steel production. The country has large deposits of chromite, cobalt, copper, iron, lead, nickel, zinc, limestone and ...
Ore production and trends
SGU annually collects detailed data on Swedish ore production. Swedish ore production reached just over 87 million tonnes in 2022, a 2 percent decrease compared with 2021. Despite the ongoing geopolitical and economic uncertainties, the situation in the Swedish mining industry remained stable. The turnover amounted to SEK 69 billion, a similar level to …
Mining 2024
The industry consists of a large mining cluster made up of large and small companies, many of which act as subcontractors to the direct mining industry. Sweden's long history of mining and the size of the industry have led to Sweden also being a leader in mining equipment manufacturing, with Swedish engineering companies accounting for a ...
Exploring Sweden's Iron Ore Production: Is it a …
Sweden's iron ore production has long been a pillar of the country's mineral mining industry, supporting the country's economy and contributing to global iron supply. Significant iron ore reserves exist in …
Mining and minerals industry
Today, Sweden is one of the largest mining nations in the EU with the potential to mine new critical metals and minerals that are needed for batteries, wind turbines and solar panels. The mining and minerals industry accounts for seven percent of Sweden's emissions.
Ore production and trends
SGU annually collects detailed data on Swedish ore production. Swedish ore production reached just over 87 million tonnes in 2022, a 2 percent decrease compared with 2021. Despite the ongoing geopolitical and economic …
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Reduced Swedish ore production in 2023 due to shaky world economy. Reduced production of ore and thus also reduced turnover for the Swedish mining industry. This was the result for 2023 according to the latest edition of the report Statistics of the Swedish Mining Industry from the Geological Survey of Sweden (SGU).
Swedish mines
Today, Sweden is one of the EU's leading ore and metal producers. Sweden is by far the largest iron ore producer in the EU and is also among the foremost producers of base and precious metals. Most mines are located in Sweden's …
Sika Extends Product Portfolio for Sweden's Mining Industry
Sika Extends Product Portfolio for Sweden's Mining Industry; 03/02/2021. Sika has further expanded additive production for shotcrete at Spånga, near Stockholm in Sweden, and upscaled to the latest-generation technology. The new process makes it possible to deliver tailored solutions in demanding projects for customers. The primary customer of ...
Mining and Materials | Sweden Creates Jobs in the US
A Leader in Sustainable Mining Sweden's mining industry stands out as the world's most sustainable due to its strong engineering tradition—one of fostering collaboration between academia, business, and government to drive innovation. With Europe's largest rare-earth deposit, Sweden will play a crucial role in supplying minerals ...
Sweden and the Philippines forge pioneering partnership for …
According to Sweden's innovation agency Vinnova, the country's mining industry has only in a few decades become safe, more climate-friendly, and productive. "At the same time, the challenges for this industry are increasing. In order to reach the goal of being a fossil-free industry by 2045 and also meet an ever-increasing demand for ...
Sweden – an attractive mining country from a global perspective?
A distinguishing feature of Sweden's mining industry is that about 75 percent of exploration is done by the two large mining companies LKAB and Boliden. This can be compared with other rival countries where about half of all exploration is done by companies that have no revenue from an existing mine and which are relatively small compared ...
Sweden, PMSEA sign MOU on safe mining practices
The Team Sweden Pavilion "Pioneer the Possible" will feature Swedish innovative and sustainable mining solutions from prominent companies. "Sweden is committed to becoming a pivotal partner to the Philippines in its pursuit to advance sustainability and accelerate the green transition of the mining industry," Akander said.
Mineral statistics
In 2023, 10,610 persons were employed by the Swedish mining industry. The large increase is partly because figures for 2023 include more reliable estimates of the number of sub-contractors. Women in the mining industry. For a long time, workers in the mining industry were extremely rare. Nowadays, the proportion grows by a few percent ...
Welcome to explore in Sweden | Miningforgenerations
Stability and predictability characterize not only Swedish society, but also the Swedish mining industry. The country's mineral legislation is clear and transparent. Swedish Mineral Strategy, a comprehensive policy document released in 2014, outlines the commitment from politicians and decision makers to ensure a positive framework for the ...
Sweden shares best experiences for sustainable PH mining
BAGUIO CITY – Head of Mission of the Embassy of Sweden in Manila Ambassador Herald Fries said that the Swedish government is committed to sharing their best experiences and work together with the concerned stakeholders in driving sustainability in the country's mining industry. "Considering Sweden's strength when it comes to a well ...
The history of Swedish steel industry
During the Depression years of the 1930's, the Swedish steel mills managed to recover a significant share of their home market from foreign steel producers. Sweden's steel industry also developed over this period, greatly diversifying its product range. Fagersta Bruk's advertising slogan - 'A Steel for Every Purpose' - is well-known.
Fossil-free innovations in the Swedish mining industry
Swedish power company Vattenfall announced a partnership this week with mining company Kaunis Iron to develop fossil-free mining operations at the latter's iron ore mine in Pajala, Sweden. We look at the initiatives launched by the mining industry as part of the Swedish government's goal to become the first fossil-free welfare state.
Sweden and the Philippines strengthen mining ties at …
Sweden recently served as the partner country for the 70th Annual National Mine Safety and Environment Conference (ANMSEC), one of the largest mining conferences in the Philippines, held in Baguio City. Mining serves as a crucial economic driver for both Sweden and the Philippines, a fact underscored at ANMSEC. As the partner country for this year's event, …