About us
Thornvale Resources has developed a robust presence in the chrome mining sector, providing a consistent supply of Run-of-Mine (ROM), chrome concentrate, and lumpy chrome ore to domestic and international clients.
Chrome ROM (Run-of-Mine)
Our ROM operations focus on raw chrome ore directly sourced from underground and open-pit mines. We apply efficient mining practices and ensure high recovery rates. The ROM is ideal for clients who require bulk unprocessed ore for their beneficiation plants.
• Source-grade quality
• High-yield extraction
• Flexible offtake agreements
Chrome Concentrate
Using gravity separation and spiral plant technologies, our beneficiation plants process ROM into high-grade chrome concentrate with Cr2O3 content ranging between 40–44%.
• Ideal for ferrochrome producers
• Consistent particle size distribution
• Delivered to local and international smelters
Chrome Lumpy Ore
Our lumpy chrome offering serves clients who require ore with larger particle size for direct feed into furnaces without further beneficiation.
• High Cr:Fe ratio
• Low silica content
• Ready-for-export quality
Strategic Infrastructure
• Own and partner-operated wash plants
• In-house logistics and transport capabilities
• Access to rail and port facilities for export
Coal, Gold, and Vanadium
Coal: Powering Industry
Thornvale Resources is active in both thermal and metallurgical coal mining. Our operations focus on high calorific value coal for:
• Power generation (thermal coal)
• Coke production (metallurgical coal)
We serve both local utilities and export markets, offering tailored coal supply solutions based on client needs.
• Multiple grades available (A to C)
• Washed and unwashed coal
• End-to-end supply chain management
Gold: Precision and Integrity
We participate in small- to mid-scale gold mining projects with a focus on:
• Alluvial and hard rock extraction
• Ethical sourcing and traceability
• In-country refining partnerships
Our gold value chain supports artisanal miners through formalization, offering processing support while meeting global standards on environmental protection and conflict-free sourcing.
• High-grade ore sourcing
• Crushing and leaching solutions
• Export-compliant documentation
Vanadium: Powering the Green Transition
Vanadium is critical in energy storage and high-performance alloys. Thornvale Resources is positioned to supply vanadium-bearing ores and concentrates to global markets:
• Partnered with local miners and processors
• Emerging beneficiation capabilities
• Compliant with environmental regulations
We are exploring strategic partnerships to scale production of vanadium redox battery-grade material, enabling the energy sector’s move toward grid-scale renewable storage.
Logistics, Compliance, and Partnerships
Logistics and Export Operations
Our strength lies not only in mining but in moving minerals efficiently. Thornvale Resources integrates logistics from source to destination, minimizing delays and ensuring quality preservation:
• Fleet of trucks and contracted rail operators
• Access to strategic ports: Richards Bay, Maputo, Durban
• Real-time tracking and inventory management
We operate transit yards, stockpiles, and weighbridges to meet the demands of both domestic and export buyers.
Compliance and Sustainability
We align with all relevant mining, export, and environmental regulations across the jurisdictions in which we operate. Our compliance includes:
• Mining Rights and Environmental Authorizations
• Export Permits (chrome, coal, precious metals)
• Community Social Responsibility (CSR) commitments
• ESG-aligned operational standards
We support economic upliftment by employing local talent, upskilling communities, and reducing our environmental footprint.
Partnerships and Offtake Opportunities
Thornvale Resources invites long-term offtake partners, joint ventures, and infrastructure investors to grow alongside us.
• Supply security with scalable volumes
• Transparent pricing models
• Flexible contracts (FOB, CIF, FOT)
