Rio Tinto

We’re celebrating 150 years of the Rio Tinto railway in southern Spain, which connected our first operations with the coast, where the ore was exported. Today, the railway still runs, showcasing Huelva province’s mining heritage to tourists. Over the years, we’ve grown around the world, and the ways we transport our products to our customers have evolved. But rail remains a critical mode of transport for our business. 🚂Read more about the railway’s history, and how we rely on rail today: https://lnkd.in/gt62qNQh #RioTinto150

🎙️ It’s International Podcast Day and we’ve got one podcast you can’t live without 👀. From the copper in your phone to the materials powering the energy transition, our award-winning Things You Can’t Live Without podcast explores the unexpected ways the world is built, one essential element at a time. 💡 How do the objects we rely on come to be made? What goes into creating them? And what is the environmental impact of living with them, now and into the future? 🎧 Listen on your favourite podcast platform or through our website: https://lnkd.in/gnKqNDzX #InternationalPodcastDay #TYCLW

"When I first moved to Utah, in the US, for college, I was immediately drawn to the mountains," Pat, a supervisor at the truck shop in the Bingham Canyon Mine in Utah, says. "On a hike, a classmate pointed out the Oquirrh Mountains and mentioned they were almost entirely owned by Rio Tinto Kennecott, a copper mining business. That moment sparked something in me. As someone who’s always loved being in the mountains, the idea of working in mining, an industry deeply tied to the Western US, felt fitting. I applied for an internship in 2022, and that decision changed everything. I started as a mechanical engineering intern at the refinery, then continued part-time during my senior year. Through the graduate program, I had the chance to work at 3 different plants and learn how our value stream works, from ore to copper cathode. That hands-on experience helped me grow quickly and prepared me for my current role as a maintenance supervisor at the truck shop. Every day, I get to work alongside incredible teams and be up close to some of the biggest pieces of mobile machinery in the world. At Rio, you’re in a safe environment to learn, get your hands dirty and make a real impact. Even as a young professional, I’ve had the chance to contribute to high-priority projects and learn from global teams. Looking back, I never imagined I’d be here. But I’m grateful I stayed open to the opportunities that came my way. If you’re considering the graduate program or a career in mining, my advice is simple: don’t shy away from a challenge. You might just find yourself doing work you love, in a place that feels like home." #FindingBetterWays #Graduates

From haul trucks to sprawling rail networks, we rely on emissions-heavy fuel for transport, haulage and logistics across our global operations. That's why we're exploring renewable fuels, like biofuels, to help us reduce emissions while keeping our operations on track. But what are biofuels? They're a type of renewable fuel made from organic materials – also known as biomass – like plants, algae or animal waste. Watch the 📽️👇 to find out what biofuels are. #FindingBetterWays #Biofuels

You might know that iron ore is used to make steel. You may even know it’s found in places like Australia, Canada and Guinea. But did you know it’s responsible for the Pilbara's iconic red colour? Swipe through to learn more about one of the world's most important materials, and don't forget to share your favourite facts below. ⬇️💬 #IronOre #FindingBetterWays

Aluminium is everywhere around us. But did you know it protects itself? Aluminium forms a thin oxide layer when it comes into contact with oxygen and, when damaged, repairs that layer within milliseconds if oxygen is around. Swipe through to learn more about aluminium, and don't hesitate to share your favourite facts below. ⬇️💬 #Aluminium #FindingBetterWays

Electricity, carbon anodes, fossil fuels and diesel are the main sources of our operational emissions. They come from every part of our business, from powering aluminium smelters to running heavy equipment and rail. To tackle these sources of emissions, we're increasing our use of renewable electricity, improving energy efficiency and pioneering low-carbon technologies. By decarbonising our operations, we're building a more resilient business and continue to find better ways to produce the materials the world needs. Find out more about how we're moving from strategy to action on decarbonisation. 👉 https://lnkd.in/g-f7AG5d #Decarbonisation #FindingBetterWays

Meet Matthew Holcz, our new Chief Executive Iron Ore. Matthew has more than 20 years’ experience in the mining industry and has worked with us since 2007. He’s worked across operations, major projects and commercial roles in a range of commodities and geographies. Matthew grew up in Western Australia’s Pilbara and has most recently overseen our 18 mines in the region. In his new role, Matthew will oversee our global iron ore operations. The new portfolio will integrate our Pilbara operations with the Iron Ore Company of Canada and the Simandou project in Guinea upon its completion. This will enable us to share best practices, cutting-edge technologies and operational experience across the entire iron ore portfolio, creating an even stronger global business. Read more about our new operating model and executive team 👉 https://lnkd.in/gJ4uzegd

Copper is an important part of our energy network. But did you know it's the first ever metal humans smelted? Swipe through to learn a few new things about the metal currently conducting electricity to your screen. What are your favourite copper facts? Share them below. ⬇️💬 Our very first mine was a copper mine on the banks of the Rio Tinto river in Andalusia, Spain – find out more: https://lnkd.in/e4cbFkqd #Copper #FindingBetterWays

👋 Meet Rocio, an Environmental Advisor at our Rincón lithium project in Argentina. 🌳 She joined Rio Tinto for the unique professional development opportunities we offer. “The truth is that they opened the doors for me and I’m super grateful they allowed me to develop professionally. I've been here for 1 year and a half and I've learned a lot,” Rocio says. ✈ A perk is the short 40-minute plane ride to site, plus our accommodation has everything she needs for 7 days on site, working a 1 week on, 1 week off roster. #Rincon #Lithium