
KIOCL Ltd
Past performance
About KIOCL Ltd Kudremukh Iron Ore Company Limited (KIOCL) is a Government of India enterprise engaged in iron ore mining, beneficiation, and pellet production. Headquartered in Bangalore, with operational plants in Mangalore, the company was established in 1976 as an export-oriented unit. KIOCL's key assets include a pelletisation plant with a 3 million tonne annual capacity and a pig iron plant, developed through a joint venture, which commenced production in 2001-02. The company has diversified into mineral exploration and operation & maintenance services, extending its expertise across India.
KIOCL has actively pursued national and international collaborations for mineral exploration, including joint ventures for setting up pellet plants and ductile iron spun pipe projects. It has been recognized as a Mineral Exploration Entity by the Ministry of Mines, allowing it to undertake mineral prospecting across the country. The company has expanded its market presence beyond China to countries like Oman, Brazil, and South Korea. Recent projects include setting up a solar power plant and engaging in mineral exploration services for private entities.
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