Description

Tharisa plc, an investment holding company established in 2008 and headquartered in Paphos, Cyprus, is primarily involved in the comprehensive value chain of platinum group metals (PGM) and chrome concentrates. This includes their extraction, processing, beneficiation, marketing, distribution, and global sales. The company maintains an extensive international presence, conducting operations and sales in key regions such as China, South Africa, Singapore, Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates, Australia, and Japan. Its business is segmented into four core areas: PGM, Chrome, Agency and Trading, and Manufacturing. The PGM portfolio encompasses a range of precious and base metals, including platinum, palladium, ruthenium, rhodium, iridium, nickel, copper, and gold. For its chrome offerings, Tharisa produces chemical, foundry, and metallurgical grade concentrates, supplying these vital materials to diverse clients including stainless steel and ferrochrome producers, as well as commodity traders. A foundational asset for the company is the Tharisa mine, strategically situated within the southwestern limb of South Africa's Bushveld Complex. Beyond its core mining activities, Tharisa also diversifies its operations by manufacturing specialized equipment for the mining industry.