On June 8, 2022, Western Cluster Liberia (WCL) broke grounds to begin iron ore mining in Bomi Hill, Bomi County. The project is a 25-year Mineral Development Agreement (MDA) signed between the Government of Liberia and the company in 2011. The WCL project consists of three iron ore deposits.
Liberia's mineral industry is dominated by iron ore mining. In addition to the proven large deposits of iron ore, the country has substantial diamond and gold deposits as well as good indications of manganese, bauxite, uranium, zinc, and lead deposits. Minerals are exported in raw or semi-finished forms and account for nearly one-fifth of the ...
Liberia has rich mineral deposits and historically, mineral extraction – particularly of iron ore, gold and diamonds – has been one of the leading export sectors for the country. The 3 major minerals mined in Liberia (all of which are mainly exported in a raw or semi-finished form) are: Iron ore. Diamonds. Gold.
MONROVIA, LIBERIA-Western Cluster Liberian Limited, a mining company operating in Bomi, Grand Cape Mount and Gbarpolu Counties, has reiterated its commitment to contribute to Liberia's socio …
The company's subsidiary WCL to support the rise of Western Africa as an iron ore hub Company to set up concentrate plant at Bomi mine to produce >65% Fe iron ore concentrate ... (Western Cluster Limited). The event took place in the distinguished presence of Mr. Sujal Shah - CEO, Iron ore Business, Vedanta ... "The inception of …
The Liberia Chamber of Mines is a consortium of mining companies and businesses established to help strengthen the role of the sector actors in advancing the …
Liberia's Finance Minister, Amara Konneh, says "if Western Cluster Limited (WCL) is allowed to undertake its proposed means of transporting iron ore from Bomi Hill …
The Liberia Chamber of Mines is a consortium of mining companies and businesses established to help strengthen the role of the sector actors in advancing the …
Citadel Mining Company, a Ghanaian mining company subcontracted by Western Cluster, has been found guilty and ordered to pay US$34,000, plus 6% interest and costs associated with the lawsuit. The judgment was delivered on May 2, 2023, by Judge James Jones of the Debt Court for Montserrado County, Liberia.
Armstrong in his complaint claimed that his company and Citadel Mining Services on July 1, 2022 entered and executed equipment lease agreement to have citadel mining to rent his 850 machine for its operation on the Western Cluster iron ore site, in Bomi County. They agreed that Citadel Mining will pay an hourly rate of US$175.
Africa-Press – Liberia. At long last, Western Cluster Mining Company has finally broken grounds to start full operation in the western region of Liberia. Citizens of Bomi County, inclusive of the local leadership, chiefs, and elders turned in their numbers as the elders of the region welcomed the Indian company to start its operations in the ...
Western Cluster Limited (WCL) has been inducted into the Liberia Chambers of Mines, joining other bigger mining companies and businesses as a member, and also the …
MONROVIA-With less than six months after its entry into the Liberia Iron Ore mining sector in the country, Western Cluster Ltd has made a robust move by becoming a member of the Liberia Chambers of …
And now enters Bao Chico, a Chinese government company seeking to acquire concession rights to mine iron ore in Liberia. As noted earlier, this company has been doing exploration in Bomi County. This is giving rise to public suspicion that mining operations will be carried out in the Western Cluster, which is owned jointly by Elenito …
Snowe has been accused and publicly condemned for his role(s) in the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that rearranged the financial obligations Western Cluster Mining Company had with the government and people of Liberia under a Mineral Development Agreement signed in 2011.
The statement was the first from the company since resuming mining operations in 2022. Western Cluster ceased mining operations in 2011, returning nearly 12 years later, claiming that certain supervening circumstances forced it to suspend operations that year after acquiring the full rights to the Bomi Hills mine from Elenilto in a deal worth ...
WHO we are. The Liberia Chamber of Mines is Liberia's primary industry association which aims to bring together stakeholders including license holders, service providers, and suppliers. Mining of precious and bulk minerals has characterized Liberia's sector for centuries, however, efforts to establish a Chamber of Mines are more recent …
Western Cluster Liberia's agreement with the government is part of its 25years Minerals Development Agreement (MDA), which gives the company exclusive right to mine 30 million tons of iron ore annually, comprising quartz, hematite, magnetite and other minerals in Western Liberia. The company holds a Class 'A' license to begin its …
MONROVIA – Following the recent spate of acrimonious exchanges from the citizens of Bomi County over what they say is a complete flouting of the Mineral Development Agreement between the Government of Liberia and the iron ore company regarding its operations in western Liberia, Western Cluster has come out to clarify …
Western Cluster Limited operates in Bomi Hills, Bea Mountain and Mano River, in the country's western region, which is known for its high poverty rate. The Bomi Hills deposit was once owned by the former Liberia …
Liberia: Court Grants Western Cluster CEO US$500K Bail . Published at: 07/03/2023 - 06:00 / Updated at: 07/03/2023 - 11:41. ... Citadel Mining, a Ghanaian subcontracted company by Western Cluster, in July 2022, entered into an equipment lease agreement to rent Armstrong's 850 heavy machine to be used on Western …
By Hot Pepper On Apr 4, 2023. With less than six months after its entry into the Liberia iron ore mining sector, Western Cluster Liberia Limited has made a robust move by …
Africa-Press – Liberia. Citadel Mining Company, a Ghanaian mining company subcontracted by Western Cluster, has been found guilty and ordered to pay US$34,000, plus 6% interest and costs associated with the lawsuit. The judgment was delivered on May 2, 2023, by Judge James Jones of the Debt Court for Montserrado …
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On June 8, 2022, Western Cluster Liberia (WCL) broke grounds to begin iron ore mining in Bomi Hill, Bomi County. The project is a 25-year Mineral Development …
Liberia Western Cluster Iron Ore Deposits. Est. Potential: 3 billion tons Production: 30 million tons of Iron Ore annually, comprised primarily of quartz, hematite, and magnetite as well such weathering and replacement products as martite and limoniteConcession: 3 mining concessions: Bomi, Mano and Bea, for 25 years
Kamara said it's a big boost to have a company like Western Cluster Limited join the Liberia Chambers of Mines, describing the group as a big platform for advocacy and advisory in the mining sector. "For us, it's a big boost to have us being part of this association as a member.
The Liberia Chamber of Mines is a consortium of mining companies and businesses established to help strengthen the role of the sector actors in advancing the mining industry of Liberia, and complementing the government's efforts in achieving some of its development goals. Western Cluster Limited is the newest company to form part …
Vedanta Resources PLC, the parent company of Western Cluster Liberia, has announced its intention to begin work on the iron ore deposits 11 years after acquiring …
CEO Mr. Sujal Shah performing the groundbreaking ceremony as Senators Snowe and Saytuma and others look on. TUBMANBURG – At long last, Western Cluster …
Liberia's Finance Minister, Amara Konneh, says "if Western Cluster Limited (WCL) is allowed to undertake its proposed means of transporting iron ore from Bomi Hill Mines (by means of trucking) over its concession time period, WCL's projected capital investment will increase by US$560 million in 2-3 years and more than US$2 billion in …
Citizens of Bomi County have petitioned the Supreme Court to place a stay order on the operations of Western Cluster Liberia Limited, the company that has been given the go-ahead by the Liberian government to mine the Western Cluster iron ore deposits located in Bomi Hills, Bea Mountain, and Mano River.. The petition for the writ, …
The government agreed and the debt of US$23.5 million was canceled — paving the way for Western Cluster, whose parent firm is worth billions of dollars, to resume mining operations, which began last year. The government, after canceling the debt, settled for US$10 million, as a final settlement of all of Western Cluster's financial obligations.
Chetan Savant, the Country Head of Western Cluster Liberia, has revealed that the company's investment in Liberia would have a significant impact on the project's communities, generating job opportunities and long-term economic benefits. Western Cluster, according to Savant, is fully committed to investing a substantial amount of …
Western Cluster Limited operates in Bomi Hills, Bea Mountain, and Mano River; in the country's western region, which is known for its high poverty rate. The Bomi Hills deposit was once owned by the former Liberia Mining Company (LMC), which ceased work in 1990. The company has provided hand pumps, constructed roads as well as …
The statement was the first from the company since resuming mining operations in 2022. Western Cluster ceased mining operations in 2011, returning nearly 12 years later, claiming that certain supervening circumstances forced it to suspend operations that year after acquiring the full rights to the Bomi Hills mine from Elenilto in a deal worth ...
MONROVIA – Citizens of Bomi County are demanding the cancellation of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between the Government of Liberia and Western Cluster for the resumption of mining operations in the county due to the high level of deceits from their Representatives and Senators. By Obediah Johnson, …
Min. Murray added that the government has granted the company a Class "A" license to begin its mining of iron ore in line with the MDA, which calls for the exploration, mining, and marketing of iron ore. Western Cluster Liberia is also expected to engage in importing and exporting goods and services related to the exploitation and ...
By Hot Pepper Last updated Jan 29, 2023. Since 2011, approximately US$300 million has been invested in Liberia by Western Cluster Limited and its parent company, Sesa Goa, a subsidiary of Vedanta Limited. Approximately US$15.5 million has been paid as community development fund contributions. According to the Western …
The House of Representatives has unanimously agreed to implacably probe the Western Cluster's operations in Liberia with many hinting that there would be a closure of the company's activities if found culpable of wrongdoing. The Joint Committee on Mines, Concession and Investment, Judiciary and Ways, Means, Finance and Development …