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When it opened in 1977, Weston High School was one of the first intermediary schools in Vredenburg - near our Namakwa Sands smelter - for underserved communities in the surrounding areas. In 2016, the school transitioned from an intermediary school... Continue Reading
We understand our operations are often in areas that are home to unique animals, plants and wildlife. Our mines and plants disturb the land, so it is imperative that we protect this biodiversity. The first mission is to mitigate impacts... Continue Reading
The site has reached this milestone through continuous improvement and evolution. "50 years of constant evolution." This is how our Bahia Plant celebrates half a century of existence in March - an anniversary that coincides with the very history of... Continue Reading
Women and girls represent half of the world’s population. This means they signify half of its capability and promise. However, that ratio is not at all consistent in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. Consider these startling statistics: Less... Continue Reading
Tronox awards its second-largest contract to local business, Amabutu Logistics. On November 23, Tronox’s KZN Sands site in South Africa announced the extension of its contract with Amabutu Logistics (Pty) Ltd to transport its heavy mineral concentrate (HMC) between the... Continue Reading
From left to right: Themba Dlamini, Chairperson of the School Governing Body; Dr David Chonco District Director, Department of Education; Inkosi Mandla Bheki Mkhwanazi; Zanele Shange Principal, Mbuyiseni High School; and Nozuko Basson, Regional Manager for Communities and Corporate Affairs,... Continue Reading
At Tronox, our values state that "we have an uncompromising focus on operating safe, reliable and responsible facilities," and we take our commitment to be good stewards of the environment very seriously. We have combined two companies with a legacy... Continue Reading
As we follow the increasing spread of COVID-19 across the globe, Tronox continues to carefully monitor the potential impacts to our operations. Our team is working tirelessly to ensure that our employees remain healthy and that our facilities are operating... Continue Reading
Tronox's Cooljarloo Mine and Chandala Processing Plant turn 30 this year, and employees celebrated with a community Open Day. Approximately 500 people turned out for the occasion and it was formally opened by Victor Woodley, a Yued man, who gave... Continue Reading
On Wednesday, March 4, 2020, the Minerals Council South Africa published a White Paper on Women in Mining to streamline the industry's strategies to advance women in the industry. According to the Minerals Council, women account for 12% of the... Continue Reading
In April 2019, Tronox and Cristal combined to create the preeminent TiO2 supplier in the world. With this combination, Tronox is proud to offer the broadest TiO2 product portfolio in the industry and is building on the market-leading reputation of... Continue Reading
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science recognizes the critical role women and girls play in science and technology. The United Nations adopted the day to promote full and equal access to science for women and girls. According... Continue Reading
November 19 marked the official opening of the bulk water infrastructure upgrade project. Tronox Mineral Sands hosted the official opening of the Koekenaap Bulk Water Infrastructure Upgrade Project on November 19, 2019, in collaboration with the Matzikama Municipality. This project... Continue Reading