ArcelorMittal is strengthening its iron ore processing capabilities in Liberia through a major expansion of its mining, rail and port infrastructure, supporting the production of higher-grade, higher-value iron ore products.
At the heart of the expansion is a new concentrator at Tokadeh in Nimba County. The facility is designed to process lower-grade iron ore into a higher-grade, higher-value product, enhancing the overall value of the ore before export.
The processed ore is transported approximately 245 kilometres by rail from Tokadeh to the Port of Buchanan for export. Alongside the new concentrator, ArcelorMittal has invested in significant upgrades to the railway and modernised port facilities at Buchanan to support increased production and improve logistics across the operation.
The expansion reflects a wider trend across the mining sector, with companies investing in local beneficiation and supporting infrastructure to improve product quality, strengthen supply chains and maximise the value of mineral resources closer to where they are mined.
Projects of this scale also demonstrate the importance of reliable equipment, engineering expertise and long-term aftermarket support throughout the mining, rail and port logistics chain. Across West & Cenetral Africa, Paterson Simons continues to support customers operating in these demanding environments with equipment, maintenance and technical services that help keep critical operations running safely and efficiently.
