SimFer begins staged commissioning of key port infrastructure at Morebaya

SimFer, the joint venture between the Government of Guinea, Rio Tinto and the Chinalco-led Chalco Iron Ore Holdings (CIOH) consortium, has initiated the staged commissioning of critical infrastructure at its Morebaya Port facilities, marking a significant step forward for the massive Simandou iron ore project.

Located in Guinea's Forecariah Prefecture, Morebaya Port is a key component of the integrated Simandou development, comprising an ore terminal designed for annual throughput of 60–70 million tonnes/year and a general-purpose terminal, Mysteel Global learned from market sources. The commissioning process now underway involves key stockyard and export equipment, including