Tungsten West plc is a mining development company focused on the restarting the world class Hemerdon Tungsten mine located in South Devon, UK. The company is the 100% owner of the previously producing Hemerdon Mine, which is currently one of the largest resources in the world.
With the demand for strategic metals, including tungsten and our co-product tin, increasing rapidly due to their critical use in new technology. Tungsten West is focussed on meeting this demand by restarting production at Hemerdon.
THE HEMERDON MINE:
One of the Largest Tungsten Resources Globally
WHAT WE DO
Preconstruction Mine Planning
The Hemerdon Feasability Study highlights strong economics, a re-optimised processing strategy & strong ESG credentials.
With a 27 year life of mine, Hemerdon is expected to have an average annual production of 331,101mtu of tungsten (WO3) and 462t of tin. This would position Tungsten West as one the largest tungsten producers globally.
Environmental Protection
Monitoring – Committed to meeting and exceeding all licensing requirements via robust environmental monitoring and compliance.
Sustainability – New technology in the processing plant significantly reduces the volume of material requiring downstream processing, thereby lowering the overall carbon footprint. Additionally, the production of premium aggregate as a co-product minimises the environmental impact compared to sourcing primary aggregate.
Restoration – Fully cash funded commitment to site restoration is in place with a £13.2m Restoration Bond.
Zero Emissions – Long-term ambition to be emission free at Hemerdon.
PROJECT
Located in South Devon, UK, the Hemerdon Mine has been operational several times. Most recently, from 2015 to 2018 under a previous owner.
The Project is one of the largest tungsten deposits globally.
CRITICAL TUNGSTEN
Tungsten plays a critical role in numerous industries.
It’s unique properties of being the hardest metal with the highest melting point mean it's used in many different sectors such as automotive and transport, industrial, mining and construction, defence and energy generation.
Over 80% of the world's tungsten production is sourced from China, with key markets such as the US and Europe reliant on imports.
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BRINGING MINING BACK TO BRITAIN
CONTACT
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Tungsten West is incorporated in England, registration number 11310159.
Hemerdon Mine, Drakelands, Plympton, Devon PL7 5BS*
*Sat Nav users please use postcode PL7 5BW