The TSF-4 tailings storage facility at Mimosa platinum mine represents a significant engineering achievement involving local firms and SRK Consulting. The project includes advanced features to manage tailings efficiently, while promoting local empowerment. Designed to meet global standards, the facility enhances production capacity and underscores responsible mining practices in Zimbabwe.
The construction of the substantial TSF-4 tailings storage facility at Mimosa platinum mine, recognized as the second largest in Zimbabwe, exemplifies the ingenuity of local firms collaborating with SRK Consulting. The Mimosa Mining Company, which is jointly owned by Sibanye-Stillwater and Implats, entrusted SRK Consulting of South Africa with the detailed design of TSF4, which was completed in May 2022. The subsequent phase, projected to last until March 2024, involves civil works, along with electrical infrastructure and instrumentation necessary for operation. Andrew Robertshaw, SRK partner and principal civil engineer, highlighted the oversight role of SRK in project implementation, quality assurance, and scheduling.
In conclusion, the TSF-4 project at Mimosa platinum mine highlights the successful collaboration between local companies and SRK Consulting, emphasizing the importance of local expertise in large-scale construction. The innovative drainage system, local empowerment strategy, and commitment to global standards have resulted in a state-of-the-art facility designed to manage tailings efficiently and sustainably. The project not only enhances operational capacity but also supports local economic development, showcasing the potential of responsible mining practices.
Original Source: africanminingmarket.com
