Overview of the Mining business group

Aerial view of the redeveloped open pit mine in Oklo

The Mining business group covers the activities of prospecting for new deposits, extracting and processing of uranium ore and the reclamation of sites after they have been mined. AREVA is the third largest producer of uranium in the world, with a market share of around 14.6% in 2008. The group holds a broad portfolio of mines in operation (Canada, Kazakhstan and Niger) and projects under development (Africa). Mining represented 5.7% of AREVA's sales revenue in 2008.

Measuring up the open pit mine at the McClean site in Canada

General presentation

The Mining business group covers exploration, extraction and processing of uranium ore. It subsequently reclaims mining sites once production has finished.

The various activities of the business group

Three men near a well in mining operations at Cluff Lake, Canada

Challenges and perspectives

AREVA is strengthening its position as leader through three aspects: increased production, diversification of mining resources and searching for deposits.