There are more than 377 zinc mines in operation globally, of which 16 are in Kazakhstan, according to GlobalData’s mines and projects database. The following are the five largest zinc mines by production in Kazakhstan in 2023, according to GlobalData’s mining database, which tracks more than 33,000 mines and projects from early exploration to closure across more than 150 countries and over 100 commodities. Buy the latest mine-site profiles here.
1. Zhairemsky Mine
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The Zhairemsky Mine is a surface mine located in Karagandy. It is owned by Glencore Plc and produced an estimated 80.56 thousand tonnes of zinc in 2023. The mine will operate until 2031. Buy the profile here.
2. Akzhal Zinc Lead Mine
Located in Karagandy, the Akzhal Zinc Lead Mine is owned by Chelyabinsk Zinc Plant P. The surface and underground mine produced an estimated 38.04 thousand tonnes of zinc in 2023. The mine will operate until 2037. Buy the profile here.
3. Maleevsky Mine
The Maleevsky Mine is located in East Kazakhstan. It is owned by Glencore Plc and produced an estimated 34.33 thousand tonnes of zinc in 2023. The mine will operate until 2025. Buy the profile here.
4. Shaimerden Mine
The Shaimerden Mine, owned by Glencore Plc, is a surface mine located in North Kazakhstan. The mine produced an estimated 27.42 thousand tonnes of zinc in 2023. Buy the profile here.
5. Orlovsky Mine
Owned by KAZ Minerals, the Orlovsky Mine is an underground mine located in East Kazakhstan. It produced an estimated 22.1 thousand tonnes of zinc in 2023. The mine will operate until 2026. Buy the profile here.
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