1 Dec 2013
Ownership Change for Chromium in Kazakhstan
Mechel OAO transferred ownership of Voskhod Mine and Tikhvin Ferroalloy Plant to Yildirim Group, changing control of chromium assets.
Kazakhstan trade
Ferro-Alloys
Market intelligence
Relevant Events
2013
Processing Expansion for Chromium in Kazakhstan
ENRC began construction of four DC furnaces in Kazakhstan, expected to increase ferrochromium production capacity to 440,000 t/yr, completion estimated in 2013.
1 Jan 2012
Processing Startup for Chromium in Kazakhstan
ENRC’s direct current furnace at Aktobe was scheduled for completion and startup in 2012.
1 Jan 2009
Processing Expansion for Chromium in Kazakhstan
ENRC constructed a second 700,000‑t/yr pelletizing plant in 2009.
1 Jan 2008
Mine Opening for Chromium in Kazakhstan
Oriel Resources plc began construction of the Voskhod chromite deposit, slated to start production in 2008.
1 Jan 2006
Ownership Change for Chromium in Kazakhstan
Oriel Resources plc obtained a license to mine the adjacent Karaagash deposit, expanding its chromite portfolio.
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