Case Study
Glencore - Tweefontein
Glencore - Tweefontein Setting up for success on the Tweefontein Optimisation Project Glencore Operations’ Tweefontein Optimisation Project in South Africa is a case in point. The programme, which will extend the life of the mine with new open-cut pits, a new coal-handling plant and supporting rail infrastructure. Key information Completion date: Ongoing £500m cost of project 7.9 million tonnes of planned annual production of saleable thermal coal 8 year relationship with Glencore With volatility in commodity prices and the need to preserve cash, the efficiency of capital spend continues to be a major focus in mine developments. To that end, speed of product to market must be balanced with tight adherence to project scope and cost. We supported the Tweefontein Optimisation Project owner’s