Boliden AB (publ) is a Sweden-based metals and mining company specializing in the exploration, mining and smelting of base and precious metals. The company’s portfolio includes copper, zinc, lead, nickel and gold, with a focus on delivering high-purity metals and advanced metal solutions. Boliden supports a wide range of end markets, from automotive and construction to electronics and energy, by providing essential raw materials and recycled metal products.
Founded in 1924 and headquartered in Stockholm, Boliden has grown through a combination of greenfield exploration, strategic acquisitions and continuous operational improvements. The company operates a network of mines and processing facilities in Sweden, Finland, Ireland, Norway and Chile. Key assets include the Aitik copper mine, the Garpenberg zinc–lead mine, the Kevitsa nickel–copper mine and the Tara zinc mine in Ireland, alongside smelting plants at Rönnskär, Harjavalta and Kokkola.
In addition to primary metals production, Boliden places strong emphasis on sustainability and circular economy principles. Its recycling operations recover metals from electronic waste and industrial residues, reducing environmental impact and supporting resource efficiency. The company’s investments in technology and process innovation aim to lower energy consumption, cut emissions and minimize water usage across its operations.
Boliden’s leadership team is headed by President and Chief Executive Officer Mikael Staffas, whose tenure began in April 2021. Under his direction, the company continues to pursue opportunities in high-growth regions and to strengthen its position as a reliable supplier of critical metals. Boliden’s commitment to safety, sustainability and operational excellence underpins its long-term strategy in global metals markets.
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