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Development · Future project
Rhodes Ridge
A staged development of one of the world's largest high-quality undeveloped iron ore deposits.
- Product
- High-quality hematite iron ore
- Location
- Approximately 40 km north-west of Newman
- Traditional Country
- Nyiyaparli and other relevant Traditional Owner engagement applies
- Opened / timing
- First ore targeted by 2030, subject to approvals
Site profile
How the operation fits Rio Tinto's Pilbara system.
Operations
A US$294 million feasibility study is progressing phase one. The long-term resource could support a hub of about 100 Mtpa, using existing rail, port and power infrastructure.
Ownership
Joint venture; Rio Tinto and Mitsui interests apply
Automation & technology
The project is being designed to leverage Rio Tinto's existing automation, power, rail and port platform rather than operate as an isolated system.
Workforce context
The project remains subject to studies, approvals and investment decisions; workforce numbers and timing may change as engineering progresses.
Approximate regional coordinates only — not a site entrance, travel or navigation reference.
Financial context
Mine-level P&L is not publicly separated.
Rio Tinto reports Group and commodity-level performance but does not provide a complete profit-and-loss statement for Rhodes Ridge as a standalone business. Use the parent profile for current earnings, cash-flow and live ASX context.
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This independent profile was compiled from Rio Tinto's official operational and project information. Facts can change with mine plans, approvals and reporting periods.
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