Core Resources has entered into a Cooperation and Commercialisation Agreement with ZRE Engineering and Trading (ZRE) of Istanbul, Turkey, to jointly develop and commercialise innovative mineral processing technologies. This partnership aims to enhance the economic and environmental aspects of processing nickel-cobalt laterites and re-treating bauxite residues.
ZRE, with over 30 years of scientific experience in ion chemistry, has developed specialised technologies that offer environmentally friendly processes yielding higher economic value for the mining industry. The collaboration focuses on:
- Accelerated atmospheric leaching methods for nickel and cobalt from laterite ores, reducing processing time and eliminating the need for expensive pressure leaching.
- Improved purification techniques for laterite leach liquors, aiming to extract nickel and cobalt with reduced acid consumption.
- Advanced methods for re-treating bauxite residues, facilitating the extraction of valuable minerals and promoting safer waste disposal.
Under the agreement, Core Resources will provide metallurgical testwork, process engineering and commercialisation services, while ZRE will supply intellectual property and technological expertise. This collaboration offers Core’s clients access to world-leading nickel-cobalt leaching knowledge, potentially transforming project economics.
Peter Rohner, Core’s Technical Director, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating that it adds significant capability to Core’s portfolio, aligning with the company’s commitment to sustainable and clean processing of complex ores and minerals.
Zekeriya Canbekte, Chairman and Head of R&D at ZRE, highlighted the synergy between the two companies, noting that Core’s international reputation and experience in technology commercialisation make it an ideal partner for advancing ZRE’s innovative technologies.
This strategic alliance underscores Core Resources’ dedication to partnering with industry leaders to deliver cutting-edge metallurgical innovations, advancing the recovery of critical and base metals while promoting sustainable mining practices.
About Core Resources
Core’s goal is to change the way the world produces minerals, to ensure future mining is clean and sustainable. With a strong focus on innovation, Core develops or partners with groups to offer new, clean methods for processing the minerals that society needs. Core’s expertise is in the sustainable and clean processing of complex ores and minerals.
About ZRE
ZRE develops specialised technologies with 30 years of scientific experience in the field of ion chemistry. With its internationally recognised patents and process technologies, ZRE develops special technologies and environmentally friendly processes that yield higher economic value for the mining industry and its mineral wastes.
For more information please contact:
Peter Rohner – Technical Director, Core Group
M +61 417 780 462
