Ore Mining Factory in Vietnam

Ore mining factories serve as a cornerstone of Vietnam’s heavy industry and socio-economic development. These facilities are hubs of advanced technology, responsible for extracting, processing, and supplying key mineral resources such as iron, copper, bauxite, titanium, and rare earths essential for metallurgy, energy, chemicals, and construction materials.

The development of large-scale ore mining factories not only helps Vietnam capitalize on its abundant natural resources but also stimulates the growth of supporting industries. This plays a vital role in accelerating the country’s industrialization and modernization process.

Recent years have witnessed a national shift toward establishing large-scale mining industrial zones equipped with automation, digital management, and environmentally sustainable technologies  aiming to elevate Vietnam’s mineral value chain to international standards.

The Role and Structure of an Ore Mining Factory

An ore mining factory is a large-scale industrial complex that integrates ore extraction, mineral separation, refining, and material processing in a single streamlined operation. These factories are the backbone of modern resource-based economies, ensuring that raw minerals are transformed into high-value industrial materials efficiently and sustainably.

In Vietnam, ore mining factories are evolving rapidly with the adoption of automation, smart monitoring, and energy-saving equipment. The use of advanced conveyor systems, flotation technology, and green smelting methods minimizes waste and enhances productivity. Moreover, many factories have implemented ISO and LEED-certified designs to align with global environmental standards. As part of Vietnam’s green industrial strategy, the development of ore mining factories contributes to sustainable economic growth, employment, and international trade in mineral products.

Classification of Ores and Mining Factories

Vietnam’s mining industry primarily focuses on the following strategic ore types:

• Ferrous and non-ferrous ores: Iron, copper, bauxite (aluminum), lead-zinc, and gold.
• Energy and industrial minerals: Coal and titanium.
• High-value rare minerals: Rare earths, tungsten, antimony, barite, and fluorite.

Modern ore mining factories often integrate multiple processes such as ore flotation, smelting, and sintering supplying both domestic industries and international markets.

Distribution of Major Ore Mining Factories in Vietnam

The concentration of these facilities correlates directly with Vietnam’s geological deposits:

• Iron: Concentrated in Yen Bai, Lao Cai, Son La, Ha Giang, Phu Tho, Bac Kan, Quang Ngai, and Cao Bang (Hoa An, Nguyen Binh districts).
• Copper: Primarily found in Lao Cai (Sin Quyen mine, Tang Loong smelter, Ban Qua), Son La, Thanh Hoa, Thai Nguyen, and Quang Nam.
• Bauxite: Heavily concentrated in the Central Highlands (Lam Dong, Dak Nong), with additional deposits in Cao Bang (Ha Quang, Quang Hoa).
• Lead-Zinc: Key operations are in Cho Dien (Bac Kan), Cho Don, Dien Bien, Tuyen Quang, Ha Giang, and Cao Bang.
• Titanium: Mainly processed in coastal provinces like Binh Thuan, Ninh Thuan, Ba Ria – Vung Tau, Ha Tinh, and Binh Dinh.
• Rare Earths: Primarily located in Lai Chau (Dong Pao), Lao Cai, and Yen Bai.
• Coal: Dominated by Quang Ninh (hard coal), with lignite and peat operations in Thai Nguyen, Lang Son, and Cao Bang.
• Tungsten, Antimony, Barite & Fluorite: Mined in regions such as Thai Nguyen (Tungsten), Cao Bang (Antimony, Barite, Fluorite), Nghe An, Thua Thien Hue, and Quang Nam.

Prominent Ore Mining Factories in Vietnam

• Nhan Co Alumina Plant (Dak Nong): A cornerstone of the bauxite industry, this facility processes millions of tons of bauxite ore annually, playing a critical role in Vietnam’s industrial output.

• Tan Rai Alumina Plant (Lam Dong): As the largest alumina producer in Southern Vietnam, Tan Rai is a central hub in the national bauxite-alumina-aluminum value chain, operated by the state-owned TKV Group.

• Tang Loong Copper Smelter (Lao Cai): This is the Northern region’s largest metallurgical facility. It primarily processes ore from local mines to supply copper products to both domestic and export markets.

• Bong Mieu Gold Processing Plant (Quang Nam): Historically one of the nation’s largest gold projects, the Bong Mieu plant was renowned for its modern technology and its previous success in exporting finished gold.

DaiDung Group Role in the Ore Mining Industry

DaiDung Group is a leading industrial steel structure corporation in Vietnam with over 30 years of experience. The company exports to more than 60 countries and operates multiple factories certified with international standards such as ISO, LEED GOLD, H-GRADE, and EN 1090-1 EXC4.

As a strategic partner to the mining and metallurgy sector, DaiDung Group provides turnkey EPC solutions  from design and fabrication to installation of large-scale industrial steel structures. The company integrates Industry 4.0 technologies and robotic automation to deliver complex heavy-industry projects across Vietnam and globally.

Highlighted Projects:

Manyar Smelter (Indonesia)

DDC served as the steel structure general contractor for this massive copper smelter. The plant, with a processing capacity of 2 million tons of copper concentrate per year, was built to meet rigorous international technical standards for mining and production.

Nickel Factory (Cao Bang, Vietnam)

DDC was the general contractor for all steel structures for the factory’s workshops and equipment. This plant processes 600,000 tons of ore annually, with a refined nickel output of 2,160–3,360 tons, all built to demanding heavy industry specifications.

Thyssenkrupp Mining Plant (Canada)

DDC successfully fabricated and exported 10,000 tons of super-heavy, oversized steel components for a mineral beneficiation and processing plant in Canada, a project for Germany’s Thyssenkrupp Group.

These projects demonstrate DaiDung Group capability to deliver high-precision structural steelwork for global mining factories, reinforcing its leadership in the international supply chain for mining and metallurgy infrastructure.

Conclusion

DaiDung Group stands as Vietnam’s premier structural steel contractor, contributing to the construction of large-scale, modern ore mining factories both domestically and worldwide.

The company not only meets green and safety standards but also supports the greening transformation of the mining industry, promoting Vietnam’s heavy industrial position on the global stage. With continuous innovation, investment, and sustainable development practices, DaiDung Group remains a trusted partner in driving transparency, long-term growth, and national prosperity in the mining and industrial sectors.