A GLOBAL LEADER IN MANGANESE, DRIVEN BY PEOPLE AND PURPOSE
EMPOWERING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE TO DELIVER WORLD-CLASS MANGANESE FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
CONSMIN
CONSOLIDATED MINERALS AUSTRALIA
Is a proudly inclusive mid-size mining company based in West Perth, Western Australia. At ConsMin, fostering a diverse and engaged workforce of over 500 employees is central to our mission, ensuring a collaborative and supportive environment for all.
OUR KEY ASSET IS THE RENOWNED WOODIE WOODIE MANGANESE MINE OPERATION
Located in the Pilbara region, around 400km southeast of Port Hedland
Woodie Woodie’s high-grade manganese ore is globally recognised for its exceptional quality, including a high manganese content, favourable manganese-to-iron ratio and low phosphorus levels. This exceptional ore quality consistently commands a premium over standard benchmark ores.
Since May 2017, ConsMin has been privately owned by Ningxia Tianyuan Manganese Industry Co (TMI). With operations in Ghana and Australia and trading entities in Jersey, ConsMin proudly contributes approximately 11% of global manganese ore production, meeting around 19% of China’s manganese import demand. We remain committed to fostering growth, inclusivity, and industry leadership on the global stage.
OUR STORY
2017
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Woodie Woodie site returned to full operations
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Finalisation of acquisition by China Tian Yuan Manganese Limited
2016
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Announcement of acquisition of 100% equity in Consolidated Minerals by China Tian Yuan Manganese Limited
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Woodie operations placed on care and maintenance
2007
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Through an on-market takeover offer Palmary Enterprises Ltd acquired Consolidated Minerals, resulting in delisting from ASX of Consolidated Minerals Ltd
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Announcement of updated resources of 15.42mt at 41.5% Mn and reserves of 8.71mt at 41.5% at Woodie Woodie
2005
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New resource discovered at the Greensnake Deposit. Updated measured resource was increased to 4.22mt at 47.8% Mn
2004
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Expansion plans for Woodie Woodie project announced following completion of feasibility study
1998
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Valiant Exploration NL changed name to Consolidated Minerals
1996
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Acquisition of Woodie tenements from Portman Mining
1990
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Large scale open pit mining of high grade ore commenced
1969
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Valiant Exploration NL listed on ASX
1950
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Small scale mining commenced at Woodie Woodie
1950
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Manganese deposits discovered at Woodie corridor
CONSMIN’S MISSION STATEMENT
ConsMin is a globally significant manganese business delivering shareholder value by striving for best practice in People, Processes, Panning and Partnering.
CONSMIN’S VISION STATEMENT
2023-2030
To be a long term, stable, and sustainable producer of manganese products by:
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Consistently generating positive cashflows through volatile market cycles.
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Strengthen operating profile of a self-sustainable business unit by remaining globally cost competitive.
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Investing in advanced exploration prospects and technology to leverage growth potential.
Attracting and retaining quality people who are values driven. Manganese, the twelfth most abundant element in the Earth's crust, plays a vital and irreplaceable role in the steel industry, which consumes around 90% of global manganese production. Its presence is essential for enhancing the strength, durability, and workability of steel, making it a key component in manufacturing processes worldwide.
OUR
VALUES
Our values shape who we are and guide how we work and interact with one another:
