Xstrata plc

About us

We are one of the world’s largest mining and metals companies - a major producer of seven commodities used in everything from constructing buildings and delivering electricity to developing jet engines and mobile phones. We operate in more than 20 countries and employ more than 70,000 people globally. But our business has grown rapidly from small beginnings a decade ago. Over that time we have retained a uniquely decentralised management structure that gives our people responsibility and authority at a local level, encouraging innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit and creating strong links between our operations and local communities. Xstrata Alloys One of the world’s largest producers of ferrochrome and vanadium used in the steel industry. Xstrata Coal The world’s largest exporter of seaborne thermal coal used to generate electricity and one of the largest producers of coal used to make steel. Xstrata Copper The world’s fourth largest global copper producer and a leading recycler of copper and other metals. Xstrata Nickel One of the world’s largest and producers of nickel and cobalt used in a wide range of industry applications. Xstrata Zinc A leading producer of zinc used to galvanise steel and lead used in large batteries. Xstrata Technology A provider of techni…  Click for details>>