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Valterra Platinum

Valterra Platinum is a South African platinum mining company that operates in the country's platinum-group metals sector. The company is involved in the extraction and processing of platinum and associated minerals, contributing to South Africa's position as a major global producer of platinum-group metals (PGMs). Valterra Platinum's operations are situated within the broader context of South Africa's mining industry, which has historically been a cornerstone of the national economy. The company participates in a sector that supplies critical materials for automotive catalytic converters, jewellery, and industrial applications. As part of the South African mining landscape, Valterra Platinum operates alongside major producers and contributes to employment and economic activity in mining regions. The platinum mining sector faces ongoing challenges including fluctuating commodity prices, operational costs, and regulatory requirements. Valterra Platinum's activities are subject to South African mining legislation and environmental standards. The company's role in the platinum industry reflects the broader dynamics of resource extraction and mineral beneficiation in South Africa.

Valterra Platinum News


Valterra processing.
Iridium, ruthenium continue to outperform, Valterra Platinum reports
23rd October 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Minor platinum group metals (PGMs), particularly iridium and ruthenium, are continuing to outperform, supported by robust demand from emerging technology applications, Valterra Platinum reported on... 


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Tharisa PGMs underground project, South Africa – update
23rd October 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Tharisa Minerals has agreed to sell 50% of platinum group metals concentrate to Rustenburg Platinum Mines, a subsidiary of Valterra Platinum. 


Northam CEO Paul Dunne
Northam faces binding vote on pay after a decade of dissent
22nd October 2026 By: Bloomberg

Northam Platinum Holdings faces a binding shareholder vote on executive pay for the first time following years of investor opposition to its remuneration policies. The October 26 vote at the South... 


Platinum Group Metals Limited CEO Frank Hallam.
Catalytic power of platinum, palladium being eyed for drones
16th October 2026 By: Martin Creamer

The catalytic properties of platinum and palladium are being researched and developed as a potential source of significant upliftment for drones. The higher energy density that platinum and... 


Tharisa Mine
Valterra joins Northam as a buyer of Tharisa PGM concentrate
15th October 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Johannesburg- and London-listed mining and metals group Tharisa’s wholly-owned subsidiary Tharisa Minerals has agreed to sell 50% of the platinum group metal (PGM) concentrate produced at its... 


The Mogalakwena mine
World’s biggest platinum mine nears decision on underground move
15th October 2026 By: Bloomberg

Valterra Platinum is nearing a decision that’s likely to take the world’s largest platinum mine underground. Mogalakwena — half way along the road from South Africa’s capital Pretoria to the... 


Valterra Platinum Executive Head: Processing Operations Agit Singh.
Jameson cells saving Valterra Platinum R203m, keeping 3 000 trucks off road
9th October 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Reduction of 3 000-equivalent trucks on the road, a 70.5 MWh decrease in smelting electricity consumption, a 70 000 t cut in smelting CO2 emissions, and a R203-million annual cost saving, which... 


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Mining clients gain assurance from ATG Digital’s ISO status
9th October 2026

South African technology company ATG Digital has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, effective May 29, 2026. The company believes this milestone delivers assurance to mining companies that... 


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Newmont CEO Natascha Viljoen inducted into Joburg Indaba Hall of Fame
7th October 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Gold mining company Newmont CEO and president Natascha Viljoen was inducted into the Joburg Indaba Mining Hall of Fame at the opening of the Joburg Indaba on October 6. The honour recognises more... 


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Zimbabwe State miner secures $100m for platinum project
7th October 2026 By: Bloomberg

Zimbabwe State miner secures $100m for platinum project Zimbabwe’s state-owned Mutapa Platinum Group has secured $100-million to develop its Darwendale project. 


Valterra Platinum Executive Head Mining Operations Willie Theron.
Exciting Mogalakwena mine has 300-year-plus resource life, says PGMs major Valterra Platinum
2nd October 2026 By: Martin Creamer

There is no argument that the Mogalakwena platinum group metals (PGM) mine in South Africa’s Limpopo province is “definitely” the PGM mining industry's most exciting endowment, Valterra Platinum... 


Platinum Group Metals Limited CEO Frank Hallam.
Catalytic power of platinum, palladium being eyed for drones
1st October 2026 By: Martin Creamer

The catalytic properties of platinum and palladium are being researched and developed as a potential source of significant upliftment for drones. The higher energy density that platinum and... 


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Valterra Platinum, Thakadu, science convention make headlines
25th September 2026

Mining Weekly Editor Martin Creamer says Valterra platinum is noting some big gains of Jameson cell deployment; he talks about Thakadu’s new nickel sulphate product for use in lithium-ion battery... 


Image of South Africa flag and periodic table symbold for platinum, palladium, rhodium and gold.
Mogalakwena mine – Sandsloot underground project, South Africa – update
25th September 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Valterra Platinum head of mining operations Willie Theron has highlighted Mogalakwena’s resource potential of more than 300 years. 


Valterra Platinum Executive Head: Processing Operations Agit Singh.
Jameson cells saving Valterra Platinum R203m, keeping 3 000 trucks off road
23rd September 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Reduction of 3 000-equivalent trucks on the road, a 70.5 MWh decrease in smelting electricity consumption, a 70 000 t cut in smelting CO2 emissions, and a R203-million annual cost saving, which... 


Not On Our Watch - Valterra Platinum Employees Stand United Against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide
Not On Our Watch - Valterra Platinum Employees Stand United Against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide
22nd September 2026

On Friday 18 September, employees of Valterra Platinum gathered in silent solidarity against the scourge of gender-based violence (GBV) ravaging our country and communities. This silent protest... 


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On-The-Air (18/09/2026)
18th September 2026 By: Martin Creamer

Martin Creamer talks about developments in ammonia, platinum and manganese. 


Valterra Platinum executive head: marketing Hilton Ingram.
Six-million-ounce platinum demand opportunity from hydrogen truck fleets
18th September 2026 By: Martin Creamer

If a 20% global truck fleet share can be secured at current or near current platinum loading, there is a six-million-ounce platinum opportunity from a demand perspective, according to Valterra... 


GameChange Energy completes commissioning of its Genius Tracker™ for the landmark Mooi Plaats Solar PV project
17th September 2026

GameChange Energy, a global provider of renewable energy infrastructure solutions, announced the completion of its Genius Tracker™ 1P system for the 283 MWp Mooi Plaats Solar PV Plant in South... 


Valterra Platinum Executive Head Mining Operations Willie Theron.
Exciting Mogalakwena mine has 300-year-plus resource life, Valterra Platinum highlights
16th September 2026 By: Martin Creamer

There is no argument that the Mogalakwena platinum group metals (PGM) mine in South Africa’s Limpopo province is “definitely” the PGM mining industry's most exciting endowment, Valterra Platinum... 


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