Vale Mining Will Cease Manganese Ferroalloy Operations in Bahia. Demobilization of the Unit Will Be Completed by the End of This Year
Yesterday (09/14), Vale Mining announced the termination of its manganese and ferroalloy activities at the Vale Manganese plant located in Simões Filho, Bahia. More than 130 Job Openings for Candidates Without Experience! Vale Mining Calls Recent Graduates from All Areas for Its 2021 Trainee Program; There Is No Age Limit to Participate
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The mining company states in a note that the demobilization process of its plant in Bahia will be completed by the end of this year.
“Vale Manganese has attempted all viable alternatives over the last ten years to keep the operation sustainable and competitive in the market,” says Vale.
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According to the statement, the mining company will adopt the necessary measures within its reach to minimize any impacts from the demobilization of its employees.
“Several actions are under discussion, including: negotiating a voluntary dismissal program, extending medical assistance for employees and their dependents, support in the job market relocation process, and mapping job openings for possible transfer of workers to other Vale operations.”
Manganese and Ferroalloys
Who could imagine that items as different as batteries and paint have something in common? Manganese, the fourth most used metal in the world, is present in the composition of these and many other objects that are part of your daily life.
Vale Mining is one of the largest producers of this mineral, essential in steel manufacturing, as well as of ferroalloys, combinations of iron with one or more chemical elements, such as manganese itself.
Although nearly 90% of manganese production is destined for the steel industry, its applications also include the manufacturing of fertilizers, animal feed, and automobiles.
Brazil has 10% of the world’s manganese reserves, behind only Ukraine (24%), South Africa (22%), and Australia (16%).

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