Leslie Delaforce
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Rio Tinto
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The History Of The Australian Startup Ecosystem - Part 6About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a global mining and metals company that operates in 35 countries with approximately 57,000 employees. The company focuses on finding innovative ways to provide essential materials for the world, including iron ore, aluminium, copper, borates, lithium, scandium, diamonds, salt, ferrous metallics, and titanium dioxide. Rio Tinto is committed to sustainability, aiming to reduce its carbon footprint and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The company emphasizes responsible material sourcing, innovation, and partnerships to decarbonize steel and aluminium production. With a history spanning over 150 years, Rio Tinto continues to explore new technologies and create products from waste to support a low-carbon economy.
- Sector
- Mining and metals
- Founded
- 1873
- Headquarters
- London, UK / Melbourne
- Status
- Dual-listed (ASX: RIO / LSE: RIO)
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
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Moments from other conversations on the network where Rio Tinto comes up.
“the first thing I ever invested in was the BHP Rio Tinto merger. I just set up my share trading accounts in the early teens, whenever that was.”
“in my past, I ran the Rio Tinto Center for Mine Automation. You know, we automated, you know, drill rigs, you know, large pieces of equipment.”
“at the time I finished up at Rio Tinto, or just prior to finishing at Rio Tinto, I started a gelato espresso bar and in the second year we sold 17 tonnes of gelato.”
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