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Rio Tinto Announces Strategic Acquisitions, Iron Ore Collaboration, and Key 2026 Dates
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M&A
New Projects/Investments
Dividends
- Rio Tinto and Aluminum Corporation of China Limited (Chalco) are jointly acquiring Votorantim's 68.596% controlling shareholding in Companhia Brasileira de Alumínio (CBA) for approximately $902.6 million, with Rio Tinto's pro-rata amount being $297.8 million. This acquisition aims to strengthen Rio Tinto's low-carbon aluminium footprint in Brazil.
- Rio Tinto and BHP are exploring collaboration to mine up to 200 million tonnes of iron ore at their Yandicoogina and Yandi operations in the Pilbara, with first ore anticipated early next decade subject to a final investment decision.
- Key dates for 2026 include the 2025 full year results announcement on February 19, 2026, and the 2025 Final dividend payment date on April 16, 2026.
- As of December 31, 2025, Rio Tinto plc's total voting rights were 1,254,292,412.
4 days ago
Rio Tinto Reports Strong 2025 Production Results and Strategic Updates
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Guidance Update
New Projects/Investments
- Rio Tinto achieved 8% year-over-year Copper equivalent (CuEq) production growth in 2025.
- Copper production grew 11% year-over-year to 883 kt in 2025, exceeding the top end of its increased guidance range, driven by the successful ramp-up of the Oyu Tolgoi underground project.
- Bauxite production increased 6% year-over-year to 62.4 Mt in 2025, surpassing guidance, and Aluminium production rose 3% year-over-year to 3.38 Mt, reaching the upper end of guidance.
- Pilbara operations achieved record quarterly iron ore production in Q4 2025, contributing to 326.2 Mt in shipments for 2025, which was at the lower end of guidance.
- The company also noted the first shipment from the Simandou project in Q4 2025 and initiated a strategic review for its Borates and Iron & Titanium businesses.
Jan 21, 2026, 5:38 PM
Rio Tinto Reports Strong Q3 2025 Production and Upgrades Bauxite Guidance
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Guidance Update
New Projects/Investments
- Rio Tinto reported strong production across its portfolio in Q3 2025, with Copper equivalent (CuEq) production increasing 9% year-over-year.
- The company upgraded its full-year 2025 bauxite production guidance from 57-59 Mt to 59-61 Mt.
- Pilbara iron ore shipments rose 6% quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, achieving their second highest Q3 since 2019.
- Growth projects are progressing, including loading first ore at Simandou in October.
Oct 14, 2025, 3:05 PM
Rio Tinto Announces New Bauxite Project Investment and Tailings Disclosure
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New Projects/Investments
- Rio Tinto has approved a US$180 million investment in the Norman Creek access project at its Amrun bauxite mine, with first production targeted for 2027 and full construction by 2028. This project will enable mining of a region holding approximately half of the declared Amrun Ore Reserves of 978 million tonnes.
- The company is also conducting a feasibility study for the Kangwinan project, which could increase annual bauxite production capacity by up to 20 million tonnes from its Weipa Southern operations, with potential first output as early as 2029.
- Rio Tinto has released new disclosures on its global tailings facilities, aligning with GISTM requirements, including updated information on 14 "Very High" or "Extreme" consequence facilities and new information on 84 other facilities.
Sep 2, 2025, 2:15 PM
Rio Tinto announces new operating model and executive team updates
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Management Change
Strategic Review
- Rio Tinto announced a new operating model and executive team updates on August 27, 2025, to simplify its structure and drive shareholder value.
- The company is streamlining its product group structure into three core businesses: Iron Ore; Aluminium & Lithium; and Copper.
- Matthew Holcz has been appointed Chief Executive Iron Ore, Jérôme Pécresse will lead the combined Aluminium & Lithium group, and Katie Jackson remains Chief Executive Copper.
- Rio Tinto's Borates and Iron & Titanium businesses will be placed under a strategic review within the Chief Commercial Officer's portfolio.
- Sinead Kaufman will leave Rio Tinto at the end of October 2025, and the Chief Executive Australia role will conclude.
Aug 27, 2025, 12:00 AM
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