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A comunidade da Vila Planalto, em Canaã dos Carajás (Pará, Brasil), celebra uma grande conquista: a inauguração do Ateliê Tecendo Histórias. O espaço é projetado para impulsionar a geração de trabalho e renda de quem vive próximo de nossa operação de cobre no município (Sossego). A iniciativa beneficia 40 mulheres da associação local.   A construção do prédio é parte dos investimentos sociais da Vale Metais Básicos na região, com o propósito de fortalecer a economia local, promovendo a produção e comercialização de produtos artesanais. O espaço também será um centro de capacitação e desenvolvimento, oferecendo cursos de costura, costura criativa e bordado e informática.   “A criação do ateliê foi um marco para nós. Há quatro anos, sonhávamos com um espaço que pudesse unir aprendizado, trabalho e renda para as mulheres da Vila Planalto. Hoje, estamos vivenciando a concretização desse sonho e temos a certeza de que este será um ponto de transformação para muitas famílias”, afirma Maria Iris Nunes da Silva, presidente da Associação de Mulheres da comunidade. #Comunidades #TransformarOFuturoJuntos #Parceria __________________________________________________________________________________ The community of Vila Planalto in Canaã dos Carajás (Pará, Brazil) recently celebrated a significant achievement: the inauguration of a weaving studio known as the ‘Tecendo Histórias’. The space is designed to boost job and income generation for those living adjacent to our Sossego copper operation. The initiative benefits 40 women from the local Women's Community Association. The construction of the studio is part of Vale Base Metals' social investments in the region aimed at strengthening the local economy by promoting the production and commercialization of handcrafted products. The space will also serve as a training and development center offering courses in sewing, embroidery, and computer skills. "The creation of the studio was a milestone for us,” says Maria Iris Nunes da Silva, President of the Women's Community Association. “Four years ago, we dreamed of a space that could unite learning, work, and income for the women of Vila Planalto. Today, we are witnessing the realization of that dream, and we are certain that this will be a point of transformation for many families." #Community #Entrepreneurship #TransformingTheFuture

We have begun assembling the first refractory line for Furnace 2 at Onça Puma, our ferronickel operation in Pará, Brazil. This is an important milestone that will increase Onça Puma's annual production capacity by 15kt, reaching a total of 40kt of nickel per year. The Furnace 2 project is expected to be completed in the second half of 2025. This growth not only boosts the local economy, it also generates new job opportunities and provides essential metals for a more sustainable future. #TransformingTheFuture #CriticalMinerals #Growth __________________________________________________________________________________ Seguimos avançando com a construção do Forno 2, de Onça Puma, nossa unidade produtora de ferro-níquel, no Pará, Brasil.   Nesta nova etapa, iniciamos a montagem da primeira linha refratária do forno, um marco importante, para que sejam alcançadas as metas de entrega do projeto.   As obras devem ser finalizadas no segundo semestre de 2025. O projeto aumentará nossa capacidade de produção anual em 15kt, atingindo um total de 40kt de níquel por ano. Esse crescimento impulsiona não apenas a economia local, mas também gera novas oportunidades de emprego e fortalece nosso compromisso com a transição energética global, fornecendo metais essenciais para um futuro mais sustentável.  

The Autonomous Program at our Salobo operation in Pará, Brazil, marks a significant innovation milestone, enhancing the safety of our team, improving workplace conditions, and boosting performance. Curious about the technology and its impact on our business? Watch the video below to learn more!   #Safety #TransformingTheFuture #ValeBaseMetals #CriticalMinerals #ProudToBeBaseMetals __________________________________________________________________________________ O Programa Autônomos em nossa operação Salobo no Pará, Brasil, representa um marco significativo de inovação, aumenta a segurança de nossa equipe, melhora as condições do local de trabalho e impulsiona o nosso desempenho.   Curioso sobre a tecnologia e seu impacto em nossos negócios? Assista ao vídeo abaixo para saber mais!   #Segurança #TransformandoOFuturo #ValeMetaisBásicos #MineraisCríticos

#DidYouKnow? The performance and range of an electric vehicle depend on its battery chemistry —and one of the most important materials inside that battery is nickel. Nickel provides lithium batteries with increased energy density and power performance, enabling electric vehicles with longer battery range to be offered. 🔋 Before it can store and release energy on the road, nickel goes through an incredible transformation. At Vale Base Metals, we produce high-purity carbonyl nickel powder, pellets, and electrolytic rounds using the carbonyl process, a refining method that ensures exceptional purity. This nickel is then converted into nickel sulfate, a key ingredient in battery precursors. From there, it becomes cathode material, which powers lithium-ion batteries—the core component of EV lithium-battery technology. ⚡ But producing battery materials is only part of the equation. As demand for EVs and energy storage solutions accelerates, so do the challenges around supply security, sustainability, and innovation. These are the conversations driving the International Battery Seminar, where this week, our team is in Orlando connecting with industry leaders to explore what’s next for battery technology. We’re looking forward to the discussions at #IBS2025 and to sharing how Vale Base Metals is helping power the future. See you there! #FloridaBattery #ValeNickel #EVs #BatteryMaterials #EnergyTransition #WeAreValeBaseMetals

Big shout out to our Salobo operation for successfully completing the second throughput test for the Salobo III plant. The operation exceeded an average of 35 Mtpa over a 90-day period, achieving another significant milestone under the Salobo streaming agreement with Wheaton Precious Metals.   Salobo, located in Marabá in southeast Pará State, Brazil, is an important long-term growth driver for Vale Base Metals as we look to accelerate copper production and deliver critical minerals the world needs.   Under the agreement with Wheaton, Salobo will receive US$144 million for completing the second throughput test.   “I would like to recognize the dedication and commitment of the entire Salobo team and the support from the many teams from across the company in helping to achieve this milestone,” said Antonio Schettino Gomes Pereira, Director of Salobo Operations. “By working together, we have shown what is possible at Salobo and set a foundation for greater successes to come." #Salobo #TransformingTheFuture #CriticalMinerals #ValeBaseMetals __________________________________________________________________________________   Nosso reconhecimento ao time da operação de cobre Salobo por completar com sucesso o segundo teste de capacidade para a planta Salobo III. O Complexo excedeu uma média de 35 Mtpa ao longo de um período de 90 dias, alcançando outro marco significativo dentro do acordo da empresa com a Wheaton Precious Metals.   Salobo, localizado em Marabá, no sudeste do estado do Pará, Brasil, é uma operação fundamental para o crescimento de longo prazo da @Vale Base Metals, enquanto buscamos acelerar a produção de cobre e fornecer minerais críticos que o mundo precisa.   Conforme os termos do acordo com a Wheaton, Salobo receberá US$ 144 milhões pelo atingimento deste marco.   “Gostaria de reconhecer a dedicação e o compromisso de toda a equipe de Salobo e o apoio das muitas equipes de toda a empresa em ajudar a alcançar este marco”, disse Antonio Schettino, Diretor de Operações de Salobo. “Trabalhando juntos, mostramos o que é possível em Salobo e estabelecemos uma base para maiores sucessos futuros."

Você sabia que no Brasil, a Vale Metais Básicos tem um programa que capacita empregados, de várias operações, para serem multiplicadores de melhoria contínua?   No início deste ano, o programa Influenciadores VPS formou mais 61 pessoas em treinamentos especializados de temas como liderança, padronização de processos e comunicação direta. O objetivo é que estes empregados contribuam para a promoção de uma cultura de excelência, colaboração e inovação. E assim, ajudem a conectar pessoas, inspirar líderes, fomentar projetos e transformar vidas.   “Com o aprendizado do programa influenciadores VPS, vou poder contribuir de maneira mais eficaz para os resultados da minha área”, declarou Jennefer Silva, que é Engenheira Mecânica do Salobo, nossa operação de cobre em Marabá (Pará) e uma das novas Influenciadoras VPS. _________________________________________________________________________________ As part of our commitment to operational excellence, Vale Base Metals' influencer program in Brazil trains employees from various operations to become influencers for continuous improvement.   In late January 2025, the influencer program successfully trained 61 individuals in specialized skills such as leadership, process standardization, and direct communication. The goal is for these employees to apply their learnings in excellence, collaboration, and innovation to connect people, inspire leaders, foster projects, and transform lives.   “With the knowledge gained from the influencer program, I will be able to contribute more effectively to my area's results," said Jennefer Silva, a Mechanical Engineer at Salobo, our copper operation in Pará, Brazil, and a member of the influencer program.    #TransformingTheFuture #ValeBaseMetals #EnergyTransitionMetals

The future of #CriticalMinerals dominated much of the geopolitical discussion at #CERAWeek, and #ValeBaseMetals was there to help shape the conversation – and to protect the roles of Canada and Brazil in the global race for strategic metals.   “We are a generation behind. There’s a certain pragmatism that comes with that,” our CEO Shaun Usmar said during a roundtable moderated by Daniel Yergin. “We have to go where the rocks are.”   Shaun and Emily Olson spoke on multiple panels about security of supply of #nickel #copper and #cobalt from our operations around the world to support the economic resilience, national security and energy transition in Europe, Asia and the United States.   Shaun also sat down with S&P Global’s Vera Blei to discuss how VBM employees are transforming the company into a more resilient and competitive business to withstand increasing market volatility. He also reaffirmed the company’s commitment to #ESG and community cooperation, and discussed how VBM may incorporate #artificialintelligence as we move towards becoming the mining company of the future. Check out a recording of the interview below.   The #mining highlight of the week was a strategic roundtable about adapting critical mineral supply chains in a period of rising national industrial policies, fractured trade and great power competition.   Shaun stressed the need for companies to become more cost competitive and productive to remain resilient in turbulent times. He also championed the role high-purity Canadian nickel has played in the defense of the people of the free world since World War II.   Thanks to fellow panelists this week: Robert Friedland, Laura Lochman, Elias Scafidas, Kunal Sinha, Katie Jackson, Kathleen Quirk, Gracelin Baskaran, PhD, Frank Fannon, Rob Hoenes, Demetrios Papathanasiou, Natznet T. and Masatoshi Nishi. 

Vale Base Metals proudly served as a Platinum sponsor of the Canadian Mining Games, an annual inter-university competition held at Université Laval in Quebec from March 6th to 8th.   The event brought together students from 10 post-secondary schools to compete in events that tested their skills in areas such as underground mine design, health & safety and drill & blast.    Vale Base Metals also co-sponsored a banquet during the games, where Frank Demers, Director of Ontario Mines, shared his career journey and valuable experiences to support students in their future endeavors.   Congratulations to the winning teams and all students who participated in the games. Vale Base Metals is proud to sponsor events like these, as they are crucial for developing the next generation of miners.   #TransformingTheFuture #CanadianMiningGames

For International Women’s Day, Vale Base Metals celebrates the incredible women across the mining value chain who contribute to our success every day. From operations to leadership, their expertise and dedication help drive our business forward.   We want to recognize the inspiring leadership within our Global Women and Allies Affinity groups, which play a critical role in bringing together women and allies to accelerate progress and create lasting impact. These groups foster connections, drive inclusion, and create a more supportive and empowering environment for women in our business.   Today—and every day—we honor and celebrate everyone at Vale Base Metals and in our communities: the women, the allies, and all those who envision a world free of bias and inequality and actively work to create it.   As we reflect on this year’s theme, Accelerate Action, we are proud of how far we have come and recognize the journey ahead. By taking action, fostering inclusion, and empowering women, we are shaping a future where everyone has the opportunity to succeed!   #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction #WomenInMining #Inclusion _________________________________________________________________________________ No Dia Internacional da Mulher, a Vale Metais Básicos celebra as mulheres incríveis em toda a cadeia de valor da mineração que contribuem para o nosso sucesso todos os dias. Das operações à liderança, sua experiência e dedicação ajudam a impulsionar nossos negócios. Queremos reconhecer a liderança inspiradora dentro de nossos grupos de afinidade, que desempenham um papel crítico ao reunir mulheres e aliados para acelerar o progresso e criar impacto duradouro. Esses grupos promovem conexões, impulsionam a inclusão e criam um ambiente mais favorável e empoderador para as mulheres em nossos negócios. Hoje, e todos os dias, homenageamos e celebramos todas e todos na Vale Metais Básicos e em nossas comunidades: as mulheres, os aliados e todos aqueles que vislumbram um mundo livre de preconceitos e desigualdade e trabalham ativamente para criá-lo. Ao refletirmos sobre o tema deste ano, Acelerar a Ação, estamos orgulhosos de quão longe chegamos e reconhecer a jornada à frente. Ao agir, promover a inclusão e empoderar as mulheres, estamos moldando um futuro onde todas e todos tem a oportunidade de ter sucesso!

Happy Birthday, Ludwig Mond! 🎉   #DidYouKnow that one of the most important breakthroughs in nickel refining was discovered by chemist and industrialist Ludwig Mond more than a century ago? In 1890, Mond discovered nickel carbonyl, leading to the development of the Mond process - the foundation of carbonyl refining. This process converts nickel intermediates into nickel metal with very high purity attainable in just one step. By 1902, the Mond process was first commercialized at what is now Vale's Clydach Nickel Refinery in Wales, where it is still used to produce some of the purest nickel in the world.   More than 120 years later, Vale Base Metals is the world leader in using carbonyl refining processes to produce high-purity nickel powder and pellets at our refineries in Wales and Canada. Our carbonyl nickel is essential for several important applications in different industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, power generation, chemicals, 3D printing, high technology, electroplating, and more - powering the industries of today and tomorrow. 🚀🧪🚘   Today, as we celebrate Ludwig Mond's birthday, we also celebrate a discovery that continues to shape the future of high-performance nickel production.   Learn more about our high-purity nickel products at the link below⬇️ https://lnkd.in/e7Zv6yGc    #WeAreValeBaseMetals #ValeNickel #CarbonylRefining