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Bechtel is designing and building innovative, efficient solutions to responsibly access critical raw materials essential to a sustainable future.
From copper and gold to lithium and aluminum, critical minerals and metals are the backbone of modern technology. Their availability and sustainable management are essential, not only for global economic growth, but also for driving electrification, advancing AI, and fueling the green energy transition.
One of the biggest challenges to achieving net zero is the shortage of metals needed to expand renewable energy. But with Bechtel’s support, our customers are changing that.
Using leading technologies and processes, we deliver world-class assets, including copper and gold concentrators, industrial water supply systems, iron ore and bauxite bulk materials handling facilities, refineries, aluminum smelters, and phosphate plants. But just as importantly, we deliver these assets with a focus on serving local stakeholders, prioritizing conservation, and reducing water usage.
By increasing mining productivity and improving mining practices, we’re putting the mining industry — and the world — on the path to net zero. Together, we can equip companies and countries with the resources to accommodate growing populations, discover life-changing scientific breakthroughs, and tackle 21st century challenges.
Nevada, U.S.
2025
A joint venture of Lithium Americas and General Motors is building a lithium mine and large-scale processing facility at Thacker Pass. With the completion of Phase I, Thacker Pass will singlehandedly produce more than eight times the current U.S. output...
Chile
2024
The Bechtel-built mine, one of the largest copper resources, features a first-of-its-kind desalination plant and will operate on 100% renewable energy by 2025.
Chile
2024
At Los Pelambres copper mine, Bechtel is helping to sustain production levels while reducing environmental impact and supporting economic development.
United Arab Emirates
2020
The Al Taweelah Alumina Refinery, built by Bechtel and partners, is the UAE’s first alumina refinery, achieving world-class production, safety, and economic growth milestones.
Bahrain
2019
Alba Potline 6, built by Bechtel, expanded Bahrain's aluminum output by 540,000 metric tons, boosting GDP and setting new standards for efficiency and sustainability.
Chile
2016
Bechtel worked with mining companies in Chile to protect local aquifers from depletion and support continuous copper production on the Escondida Water Supply project.
British Columbia, Canada
2016
Bechtel partnered with Rio Tinto to upgrade its Kitimat aluminum smelter, making it one of the world’s most efficient and lowest-cost smelters.
Chile
2015
BHP partnered with Bechtel to execute Organic Growth Project 1. With capacity of 152,000 metric tons per day, Organic Growth Project 1 is the largest single-line unit ever built.
Queensland, Australia
2015
Bechtel assisted the BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) in the construction of its third expansion, Hay Point Expansion Stage 3, of the Hay Point Coal Terminal.
Peru
2015
Bechtel actively partnered with MMG to provide engineering, procurement and construction services for Las Bambas, a greenfield copper concentrator.
Queensland, Australia
2014
The Caval Ridge Mine in Queensland, built by Bechtel for BHP Mitsubishi, is Australia’s largest greenfield coal complex, exporting metallurgical coal worldwide.
Queensland, Australia
2013
Completed in 2013, Australia’s Daunia mine, built by Bechtel for BHP, produces premium metallurgical coal and supports the global steel industry.
New South Wales, Australia
2013
Bechtel assisted in doubling the capacity for Port Waratah Coal Services. The most recent Kooragang Expansion Project 145 included upgrading its rail receival systems.
Saudi Arabia
2013
Bechtel partnered with Ma’aden and Alcoa to provide engineering, procurement and construction management for Ras Al Khair, Saudi Arabia’s first greenfield smelter.
Chile
2011
Bechtel worked to deliver a copper mine in the extreme terrain in the Los Bronces district near Chile’s capital, Santiago with a focus to protect the environment.
Queensland, Australia
2010
The Amrun bauxite project, delivered by Bechtel and Rio Tinto, boosts Queensland's economy, fosters Indigenous partnerships, and supports sustainable growth for 50+ years.
Oman
2008
Sohar partnered with Bechtel to execute a major greenfield smelter project in Oman and ensure efficiency, environmental protection and the safety of its workforce.
Iceland
2007
Alcoa appointed Bechtel as the prime contractor to build Fjarðaál, its first primary smelter in 20 years alongside a glacier-fed fjord in Iceland.
Chile
2002
Bechtel provided engineering, procurement, and construction services for the expansion of the world’s largest copper mine, Minera Escondida, completing the job in 2002.
Québec, Canada
2000
The Alma Aluminum Smelter, built by Bechtel and Alcan, established Québec’s “Aluminum Valley,” boosting production efficiency and reducing environmental impact.
Whether you’re seeking a partner for a project, have a media inquiry, or are interested in a job opportunity, you can reach out to our Bechtel colleagues around the world for direct support. Our team is ready to assist and provide the expertise you need.
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