Executive Interviews

Guangxi Yusheng Germanium Hi-Tech Co., Ltd. is a rare and precious metal smelting and deep-processing enterprise introduced by the Hechi Municipal Party Committee and Government as part of their strategic plan to develop the rare and minor metals industry and optimize the local business environment.

Founded in 2007, Benxi Shentie (Group) Co., Ltd. is one of the major iron producers in Northeast China. With an annual production capacity of about one million tonnes, the company has become a key partner and main supplier to numerous backbone industries including military, aerospace, nuclear power, wind power, high-speed rail, automotive, shipbuilding, hydraulic equipment, and rail transit.

Shenmu Dongfeng Magnesium Co., Ltd. was established in June 2004 and is located in the Jingjie Industrial Park within China’s National Energy and Chemical Industry Base. The company has a fixed asset investment of RMB980 million and is equipped with advanced production facilities. It has built production lines with an annual production capacity of 20,000 tons of magnesium ingot, 1.6 million tons of semi-coke, and 160,000 tons of coal tar, as well as projects including 2,000 tons of magnesium alloy die-casting parts and a 1×30MW energy recovery power generation project. Its product portfolio covers semi-coke, coal tar, magnesium metal, magnesium alloys (ingots and rods), radiators, single-wheel hubs, electric vehicle wheel hubs, household appliance parts, and auto parts, all certified under the IATF16949:2016 Quality Management System.

Shandong Hengjia High-Purity Aluminum Industry Technology Co., Ltd. was established in September 2014, with its headquarters located in the Industrial Park of Guozhuang Village, Linchi Town, Zouping County, Binzhou City, Shandong Province. It is a private enterprise specializing in the research and development, production, and sales of new alumina materials, refractory raw materials, and nanomaterials. The main business includes the production, research and development, and sales of high-temperature alumina micro-powder, tabular alumina, and boehmite. Among them, tabular alumina and high-temperature alumina micro-powder are imported substitutes for refractory materials in the national refined steel industry.

JK Marketing Private Co. is a company under the Saif Group, carrying forward the Group's legacy of over 100 years of excellence and service in Pakistan. The Saif Group is one of the country’s most respected business conglomerates, with a strong presence in energy, textiles, information technology, telecommunications, healthcare, and natural resources. As a global commodity sourcing company, JK Marketing specializes in a variety of products such as bauxite, iron ore, corn, dairy, and poultry feed.

The White Solder Group operates throughout the entire tin production chain, from cassiterite mining to the manufacture of solders. With internationally recognized quality backed by various certifications, the White Solder Group is one of the world’s largest tin producers, supplying major corporations worldwide.

Jiangsu Qisheng Metal Technology Co., Ltd. was established on May 19, 2021, with a registered capital of RMB 27.1 million. The company is headquartered in the High-tech Development Zone of Dainan Town, Taizhou City, Jiangsu Province. It is a high-tech enterprise specializing in the research, development, and production of new energy materials.

China National Building Material Heilongjiang Graphite New Materials Co., Ltd. is located in the Graphite Industrial Park of Hengshan District, Jixi City—known as the “Capital of Graphite in China.” The company is jointly funded by two Global Fortune 500 enterprises, China National Building Material Group (CNBM) and BAIC Group, together with the Jixi Municipal Government. It possesses integrated capabilities for R&D and production covering the entire graphite value chain from raw material to finished material. Its products are widely applied in steel, metallurgy, new energy, and chemical industries.

Scandinavian Steel is a leading distributor of ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, pig iron, and alloys in Europe. The company maintains close cooperation with market participants in Europe, China, Korea, the United States, and other regions. By providing professional trade and logistics solutions, it delivers high-quality services to customers while actively promoting corporate social responsibility.

Hebei Taihang Iron and Steel Group Co., Ltd. closely follows national macro-control policies and was the first steel enterprise in Wu’an City to relocate from urban areas. Now fully completed and in operation, the company has built an integrated steel complex covering the entire industrial chain, including logistics, coal washing, coking, sintering, pelletizing, ironmaking, steelmaking, hot rolling, pickling, galvanizing, gas production, power generation, and solid waste recycling. Over the years, it has been recognized with multiple honors, including China’s Top 500 Enterprises, National Green Factory, National High-Tech Enterprise, Outstanding Private Enterprise of Hebei Province, and Water-Saving Enterprise of Hebei Province.

Hunan Oriental Scandium Co., Ltd. was established in August 2011 with a registered capital of RMB 127.6 million. As a holding subsidiary of LB Group, the company is recognized as a national high-tech enterprise and a national-level “Specialized, Refined, Distinctive, and Innovative Little Giant” enterprise. It owns three wholly-owned subsidiaries: Henan Rongjia Scandium & Vanadium Technology Co., Ltd., Henan Dongkang New Energy Material Technology Co., Ltd., and Yunnan Dongkang New Material Co., Ltd. At present, the company has an annual production capacity of 4 tons of metallic scandium, 300 tons of aluminum-scandium alloy, and 300 tons of scandium-containing aluminum alloy wire for 3D printing.

Dashiqiao Dongxing Refractories Co., Ltd., founded in 2001, is engaged in the production and processing of synthetic refractory materials. Its controlling company, Dashiqiao Dongrun Refractories Co., Ltd., was established in 2008, while Yingkou Dongcheng Industrial Co., Ltd., a joint venture majority-owned by Dongxing, was set up in 2012. Dongxing and Dongrun together operate nine magnesia-based composite refractory production lines, including eight tilting furnaces and three cold crucible furnaces, with a total annual capacity of 60,000 tons. Yingkou Dongcheng focuses on fused magnesia production and currently operates nine 3,150 kVA electric arc furnaces with an annual capacity of 40,000 tons.

Xiamen China-lead is a leading lead trader in Guangdong and Fujian provinces, and also a Class A taxpayer and a model enterprise of integrity by Xiamen City. With long-term partnerships with nearly one hundred lead smelters and lead-acid battery manufacturers, the company's self-owned “ChinaLead” brand lead ingots have earned strong recognition for high quality and cost-effectiveness.

Jiangsu Cobetter New Materials Co., Ltd. was established on August 26, 2019. It is a trading company specializing in the sales of new energy materials, metal materials, chemical products, and raw materials (excluding hazardous materials). The company is located in the Putuo District of Shanghai. Since its inception, it has developed long-term and cooperative relationships with industry leaders such as Jinchuan Group, GEM Co., Ltd., and Hanrui Cobalt Co., Ltd. In 2022, the company’s sales reached several billion yuan and have grown steadily year by year, serving clients across multiple industries. The company prioritizes quality and trust, consistently placing product quality and client interests at the forefront of its operations.

Guangxi Zirconium Industry Technology Co., Ltd. is located in Qinzhou’s Qin’nan District, Guangxi. Established on December 8, 2021, the company covers an area of 143.8 mu, with a total investment of RMB1.02 billion. Designed to process 600,000 tonnes of titanium ore annually, the facility primarily relies on the Group’s self-owned overseas mines, ensuring high-quality raw materials, stable supply, and the capacity for large-scale production of high-grade titanium concentrates, zircon sand, rutile, monazite, garnet, kyanite, and other products.

Fluorsid, established in 1969 on the Island of Sardinia, Italy, is a global industrial group with a core product portfolio that includes high-density aluminum fluoride (with an annual capacity of 160,000 metric tons), sulfuric acid (340,000 metric tons), high-purity calcium sulfate (450,000 metric tons), and hydrofluoric acid (15,000 metric tons). FLUORSID has achieved continuous growth through in-house expertise, significant investments in innovation, and strategic acquisitions. Today, the Group operates two factories in Italy, one in Norway, and a logistics company in the Kingdom of Bahrain. With over 200 employees and a strong export-oriented business model, FLUORSID continues to consolidate its leadership in international markets.

Zhejiang Wynca Chemical Group Co., Ltd. was founded in 1965 and successfully listed on the stock exchange in 2001 (Stock Code: 600596). Headquartered in Jiande, Hangzhou, the company operates over 80 wholly-owned subsidiaries. Wynca’s core business spans three main areas: crop protection, silicon-based new materials, and new energy materials. In the field of silicon-based new materials, Wynca has established a fully integrated industrial chain covering silicon ore mining, silicon metal production, silicon powder processing, and organosilicon monomer synthesis.

Ganzhou Baita Metal Materials Co., Ltd. was established as a joint-stock company after the restructuring of the former Gannan Tin Smelting Plant. Founded on February 2nd, 2000, the company is registered at No. 2 East Torch Road, Hongjin Industrial Park, Ganzhou High-tech Industrial Development Zone, Ganxian District, Ganzhou City, Jiangxi Province. After years of development, it has grown into a high-tech enterprise integrating scientific research, production, and operations.

Lufee Magnesium Technology (Anhui) Co., LTD is a specialized manufacturer of magnesium alloy products, integrating die-casting, machining, and anti-corrosion coating operations. The company is equipped with 10 die-casting machines, 50 CNC lathes, and a dedicated coating production line, with industry-leading experience and processing technology. Integrating product design, R&D, and manufacturing, the company is committed to delivering cost-effective solutions to its clients. Its business footprint spans across Wuyi and Jinhua in Zhejiang, as well as Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Fujian, and Jiangsu. The company continuously introduces advanced technologies and equipment, laying a solid foundation for the production of high-quality products. At the same time, it actively recruits and cultivates talents, forming a management and technical team with strong innovation capabilities, thereby providing robust technical support for the development of superior products.

RedZemTekhnologii LLC, established in 2012, is specialized in the mining and primary beneficiation of thorium-bearing ores, with its resource base located in the Ural region of Russia. The company currently holds 80,000t of monazite concentrate. RedZemTekhnologii LLC possesses all the necessary licenses and official permits issued by Russian state authorities, allowing it to fully comply with applicable regulations for export operations and to arrange international shipments of monazite concentrate.

Guizhou Guxin New Materials Co., Ltd. is located in Yilong New District, Qianxinan State, Guizhou Province. With a total investment of 52 million yuan, the company covers an area of approximately 260 acres and employs over 1,000 people. It specializes in the production of new refractory and wear-resistant materials such as brown fused alumina and zirconia fused alumina.

Shanghai Gangtian Supply Chain Co., Ltd. was established in 2021 and is one of the major construction steel distributors in East China. The company primarily deals in construction steel products produced by Zhongxin Steel, with annual sales volume reaching nearly 250,000 tons.

Rwanda Rani Mining was established in 2013 and primarily engages in mineral trading, covering minerals such as cassiterite, coltan, wolframite, cobalt, gemstones, amethyst, and copper. With a professional mining team and outstanding sales talents, the company is committed to developing Rwanda’s rich resource potential and supplying high-quality raw materials globally, striving to become a reliable, stable, and long-term supplier.

Yongzhou Zhongxin Renewable Resources Co., Ltd. was established on December 27, 2018, and Yongzhou Zhongxin Aluminum Co., Ltd. was founded on October 31, 2023. The companies are registered at No. 003, West Section of Xiafeng Road, Industrial Park, Xiaopu Town, Jiangyong County, Yongzhou City, Hunan Province. "Zhongxin Renewable" mainly engages in the production, processing, and sales of recycled aluminum alloy ingots, with a completed production capacity of 100,000 tons per year. "Zhongxin Aluminum" primarily produces high-precision 1-8 series wrought aluminum alloy sheets and strips, cold-rolled aluminum coils, aluminum alloy cylindrical ingots, flat ingots, and castings for new energy vehicles. Its comprehensive design capacity includes annual outputs of 70,000 tons of aluminum coils, 70,000 tons of aluminum rods, 70,000 tons of flat ingots, and one million new energy vehicle castings.

EuroChem is a fertilizer company with its own capacity in all three primary nutrients – nitrogen, phosphates, and potash. Currently, it is also the only baddeleyite producer in the world, traditionally exporting to Japan, China, Europe, and North America.

Zhuzhou Ante New Material Technology Co., Ltd., established in 2000, is located at No. 2 Longshan Road, You County High-tech Industrial Development Zone, Hunan Province (a provincial-level high-tech zone). The company boasts strong technical capabilities, adopts advanced production equipment, and utilizes the most advanced domestic production processes. Its annual output includes 20,000 tons of sodium antimonate (NaSbO3·H2O), 5,000 tons of sodium metantimonate (NaSbO3), 5,000 tons of antimony trioxide (Sb2O3), 15,000 tons of active zinc oxide (ZnO), and 5,000 tons of zinc carbonate (ZnCO3).

Zibo Zichuan Jinlong Abrasives and Grinding Tools Co., Ltd. is headquartered in the Zibo Economic Development Zone, Zibo City, Shandong Province. The company operates three fused alumina production bases—two located in Zibo City and one in Zouping City, Shandong Province. The total factory area exceeds 60 acres, and the company employs more than 120 people.

Founded in May 2001, Jilin Jianlong Iron and Steel Co., Ltd. is engaged in coking, ironmaking, steelmaking, hot rolling, cold rolling, galvanizing, and color coating. The company boasts an annual steel production capacity of 5 million tons. Adopting a fine steel strategy, it has developed a wide range of products, including automobile structural steel, cold-formed steel, non-oriented electrical steel, pipeline steel, welded gas cylinder steel, structural steel, weathering steel, checkered coils, and hot-rolled coils (HRC). The width of its HRC ranges from 850mm to 1300mm, with a thickness of 1.4mm to 14mm. Jilin Jianlong supplies products across East China, South China, North China, and Northeast China, and exports to Malaysia, South Korea, Pakistan, the Philippines, Vietnam, the United Arab Emirates, and other countries.

CellMark is a privately held, independent marketing and supply chain services company that provides a wide range of products, services, and solutions to customers and suppliers around the world. Leveraging its extensive network of local offices and industry expertise, CellMark facilitates trade and business development across multiple sectors. Operating in more than 30 countries, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including procurement, sales and marketing, exclusive and non-exclusive agency representation, trade finance solutions, logistics, compliance, business development, and custom chemical production. CellMark also partners with clients to identify new business opportunities and enhance the value of their production processes and products, while offering tailored external sales and procurement support.

Founded in 1973, Dema Metal Ltd. has been engaged in the steel business both domestically and internationally for over 50 years. The company firmly believes that quality improvement is the key to securing its future. With each successfully completed project, Dema Metal Ltd. continues to expand its market share both at home and abroad, experiencing exponential growth year after year.

Victory Metals Limited (ASX: VTM) is an ASX-listed Rare Earth Element (REE) and critical minerals explorer based in Perth, Western Australia. The company focuses on the development of its North Stanmore Heavy Rare Earth Element project in Western Australia. The project contains 149,020,000 tonnes of indicated resources with a TREO grade of 532 ppm, including 188 ppm of heavy rare earth oxides, and 86,130,000 tonnes of inferred resources with a TREO grade of 500 ppm, including 165 ppm of heavy rare earth oxides. The company aims to start production in 2028.

Anshun Zhongtai Xinbo Aluminum Co., Ltd. is a joint-stock private enterprise specializing in aluminum ingot production technology management and related trade. Established in October 2023 with a registered capital of 100 million yuan, the company is located in the industrial park of Caiguan Town, Anshun City, Guizhou Province—an area known for its beautiful scenery and convenient transportation.

VQB Mining Trading Group Co., Ltd. was established in 2005 and is primarily engaged in the mining, processing, and import/export of mineral resources, with a focus on tin and antimony metals. Over the years, through the continuous efforts and collaboration of its strong team, VQB has solidified its brand presence both domestically and internationally. The company’s guiding philosophy over the past decade, "Creativity - Professionalism - Efficiency - Sustainability," has been the foundation of its achievements. VQB remains committed to enhancing product quality and striving to become a reputable enterprise, not only in Vietnam but also in the global market.

IB2, which stands for Improved Bauxite and Improved Bayer, offers a revolutionary solution to significantly enhance the production of alumina from low-grade bauxite. Developed by a team of experts, led by Yves Occello, with a combined 400 years of experience in the bauxite and alumina industry, the IB2 technology is designed to be more efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly.

Established in 1946, Giriraj Group in India aims to revolutionize the steel trading industry and grows in leaps and bounds. We are customer focused, innovative value driven company, which distributes steel products. Giriraj Group has grown into a leading business house having interests in a range of value added iron and steel trading such as CR Coil/Sheets and HR Coil/Sheets.

Anhui Tailong Zinc Industry Co., Ltd (formerly Anhui Dingtai Metal Chemical Co., Ltd.) is located in Wujiang Industrial Park, He County, Ma'an Mountain City. Founded in April 2007, the company covers an area of 80 acres, with a registered (paid-in) capital of 10 million RMB and a fixed asset investment of 45 million RMB. The company currently employs 78 staff members. In 2023, Anhui Tailong Zinc Industry achieved a total profit and tax of 6.68 million RMB. The company is the only large-scale zinc hypoxide production enterprise in Anhui province that focuses on comprehensive resource utilization, environmental protection, energy-saving, and efficiency.