Iron ore mining has long been a cornerstone of Ludvika’s history, and now it stands on the verge of a revival. In Blötberget, a deep drilling programme is underway, seeking to explore and add mineral resources to the already known deposits. “Our ultimate goal is to produce ultra-high-grade iron ore concentrate. Previous tests show that … Continue reading Thank You, Ludvika kommun, for Visiting Blötberget!
Watch as rock cores are extracted, analyzed, and stored, offering insights into the hidden secrets of this historic mining area.
The project, funded by Vinnova through the Impact Innovation Metals & Minerals program, explores whether the mineral magnetite can be used as an indicator to locate rare earth elements (REE) in the mineral-rich Bergslagen region. Goals and Expected Results The project analyzes trace elements and isotopes in magnetite from drill cores at Blötberget, with the … Continue reading Innovative Research in Collaboration with Nordic Iron Ore and Stockholm University
The Garpenberg mine shares similarities with our planned underground mine in Blötberget, particularly in terms of mined and milled volumes – an exciting parallel for us as we work towards the future of responsible mining operations. A big thank you to Boliden and Pär Göting, as well as the whole team engaged in the visit, … Continue reading An Inspiring Day in Garpenberg
A big thank you to all the speakers and organizers for shedding light on these critical issues! The webinar was broadcast in Swedish, but if you missed it, you can watch it here. Webinar hosted by AFRY and Setterwalls Advokatbyrå “We at Nordic Iron Ore are proud to contribute to the discussion on the future … Continue reading Webinar: The future of the mining industry in focus!
Using an underwater robot (ROV), we have inspected Bergslagsschaktet in the Blötberget mine at depths of 230 and 340 meters, confirming an important addition to the ore reserve. The investigation revealed that there is more ore remaining in the mine than we previously knew! The investigation took place between November 4th and 6th, and we … Continue reading New discovery: Significant ore deposit confirmed at depth
Participants had the opportunity to visit the sand storage facility where Smart Exploration Research Center, in collaboration with Nordic Iron Ore AB, conducted a groundbreaking pilot study. Utilizing fiber-optic sensors and advanced seismic surveys, the condition of the historical mining waste was explored. After the tour of the sand storage facility, participants gained insight into … Continue reading Inspiration and Innovation in Blötberget
We are happy to welcome visitors on Friday October 4, at 11:00 if you are in the region or wish to learn about the work and the center overall. Drop a message to info@smartexploration.se if you plan to be at the site.
Nordic Iron Ore AB är nu registrerad som medlem i Industriarbetsgivarna inom avtalsområdet gruvindustri, både för arbetare och tjänstemän. Medlemskapet trädde i kraft den 1 september 2024 och innebär att vi nu följer gällande kollektivavtal för våra medarbetare.
Nordic Iron Ore aims to create responsible mining in the fight for a greener future. The motto “It starts in the mine” characterizes the company’s progressive strategy. With ground-breaking technologies and innovative methods, they contribute to the future of green steel.
