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Overview of the Mining business group
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 second producer of uranium in the world, with a market share of around 16% in 2010. The group holds a broad portfolio of mines in operation (Canada, Kazakhstan and Niger) and projects under development (Africa). Mining represented 12% of AREVA's sales revenue in 2010.
General presentation
The Mining business group covers exploration, extraction and processing of uranium ore. It subsequently reclaims mining sites once production has finished.
Challenges and perspectives
AREVA is strengthening its position as leader through three aspects: increased production, diversification of mining resources and searching for deposits.
Markets
Growing global demand and disappearing secondary resources... The natural uranium market is in line for significant growth.
Discover Mining Activities
Prospecting for, producing and selling uranium, with a commitment to efficient performance and social and environmental responsibility, are the main activities of AREVA’s Mining activity.
