Mining and quarrying
Mining and quarrying

PRIMARY SECTOR

The Extraction of Minerals refers to the exploration, extraction, and processing of minerals, metals, and fossil fuels. This sector plays a crucial role in the global economy by providing essential raw materials for the production of goods and energy. While environmental considerations and sustainability goals challenge the sector to develop innovative and responsible practices, the demand for minerals continues to rise due to the growing world population and technological advancements.

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Extraction of crude petroleum and natural gas

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Mining and quarrying (no oil and gas)

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The extraction of minerals involves the process of extracting and producing valuable natural materials from the earth’s crust, including metals such as copper, lead, zinc, nickel, aluminum, and iron, as well as precious metals such as gold, silver, and platinum. The extraction of minerals includes various methods, including open-pit mining, underground mining, and excavations, and can be an important source of economic growth and development for countries with significant mineral reserves.

Mining support activities

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The service provision for the extraction of minerals sector includes companies that specialize in providing various services to companies involved in the extraction of minerals such as oil, gas, minerals, and metals. These services often include exploration, drilling and well construction, transportation, processing, and refining of minerals, as well as supporting services such as inspection, maintenance, technical advice, and engineering. These companies are often involved in the design, planning, and execution of large-scale projects for the extraction of minerals, using advanced technologies and expertise to minimize risks and maximize efficiency.