Rio Tinto SimFer shows Simandou mine operations
Media visited blocks 3 and 4 in Beyla, Guinea, to see ore processing and worker training.
Rio Tinto SimFer hosted a two-day media tour of its Simandou mining blocks 3 and 4 in Beyla, Guinea, from October 28 to 29, 2026. Reporters observed the ore crushing, storage, and transport processes. The visit aimed to showcase the operational realities of the large-scale mining project.
During the immersion, journalists toured key facilities including a training center, a nursery, crushing installations, and storage areas. They also saw how the company trains workers and implements safety measures. A training center official explained the practical risk demonstration zone, designed to bridge theory and practice for workers with limited formal education.
The tour covered the entire ore treatment process, from crushing to transport towards the port. Media saw practical training zones for risk identification, health and safety, tire mounting, and road safety. The visit also included demonstrations on fatigue and traffic management.
Why it mattersMedia professionals visited Rio Tinto SimFer's Simandou mining operations in Beyla to observe ore processing and worker training.