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Business Times Issue 104 | Compagnie Des Bauxites Guinee| July 24

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CBG:

EXPLORING THE

LEGACY AND

INNOVATION OF

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EXPLORING THE

LEGACY AND

INNOVATION OF

COMPAGNIE DES

BAUXITES DE

GUINEÉ IN GUINEA

Project by:

Malvern Kandemwa

Words by:

Michelle Duncan

Guinea is a small West African

country that holds the world’s

largest reserves of bauxite, the raw

material for aluminium production.

Bauxite is a vital resource for

the global economy, as aluminium

is most used in various industries

ranging from transportation and

construction to packaging and

electronics. However, for a long

time, Guinea has been exporting

its bauxite in its raw form, without

adding much value to it locally.

This has limited the benefits of the

mining sector for the country’s development

and diversification.

This situation is changing under

the leadership of Souleymane

Traore, the CEO of Compagnie

des Bauxites de Guinee (CBG),

the largest bauxite producer

and exporter in Guinea. Traore,

who took over the helm of CBG

in 2017, has a vision to transform

the company and the industry

into a more sustainable, responsible,

and profitable one. He has

ONE OF THE KEY PROJECTS

THAT TRAORE HAS

SPEARHEADED IS THE

EXPANSION OF CBG’S

PRODUCTION CAPACITY

FROM 15M TONS PER YEAR

TO 18.5M TONS PER YEAR.

initiated several projects and initiatives

to modernise CBG’s operations,

improve its infrastructure,

optimise its supply chain,

and support local communities

and the environment.

Under the astute leadership of

CEO Souleymane Traore, CBG

has not only revolutionised the

landscape of mining operations

but also upheld a commitment

to technological transformation,

improved infrastructure,

responsible procurement, and

efficient supply chain management.

One of the key projects

that Traore has spearheaded is

the expansion of CBG’s production

capacity from 15 million tons

per year to 18.5 million tons per

year. The project completed in

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2021, involved upgrading CBG’s

mining equipment, railway network,

port facilities and processing

plant. The expansion has

increased CBG’s efficiency, productivity,

and competitiveness in

the global market, as well as its

contribution to Guinea’s revenue

and employment.

Another project that Traore has

championed is the development

of a local alumina refinery

in partnership with the Guinean

government and other stakeholders.

Alumina is the intermediate

product obtained from

bauxite after refining it. It then

smelted into aluminium metal.

By building an alumina refinery

in Guinea, CBG aims to add more

value to its bauxite locally, create

more jobs and skills, and reduce

its dependence on foreign markets.

The refinery project is currently

in the feasibility stage and

expected to have a capacity of 1.5

million tons per year.

Traore is also committed to making

CBG a more responsible

and sustainable company that

respects the highest standards

of health, safety, environmental

and social performance. He

has implemented several policies

and programs to ensure

that CBG operates in harmony

with its stakeholders, especially

the local communities affected

by its activities. For instance,

he has launched a community

development fund that invests

in various projects such as education,

health, water, sanitation,

and agriculture. He has also supported

the creation and training

of micro-enterprises that provide

goods and services to CBG and

other customers. Moreover, he

has promoted the preservation

of biodiversity and ecosystem

services by initiating a reforestation

campaign that aims to plant

one million trees by 2025.

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TECHNOLOGY

TRANSFORMATION

AND ENHANCED

PERFORMANCE IN CBG

MINING OPERATIONS

In the contemporary mining

landscape, the integration of

technology has emerged as a

pivotal driver of operational excellence

and improved performance.

Compagnie des Bauxites

de Guinée (CBG), guided by its visionary

leadership, has harnessed

the power of technology to transform

its mining operations, resulting

in heightened efficiency,

safety, and sustainability.

CBG’s journey towards technology

transformation is a testament

to its commitment to staying

ahead of the curve. Under the

strategic guidance of its leadership,

the company has embraced

a diverse array of technological

innovations, reshaping the way

mining operations are conducted.

The integration of innovative

tools and systems has streamlined

processes, enhanced data

analytics, and fostered a culture

of continuous improvement.

Technology has significantly elevated

safety standards within

CBG’s mining operations. The

implementation of advanced

sensors, wearables, and monitoring

systems has enabled real-time

tracking of employee

activities and environmental

conditions. This initiative-taking

approach to safety minimises

risks, reduces accidents, and ensures

the well-being of the workforce.

In an industry known for its

inherent hazards, CBG’s technology-driven

safety measures set a

new benchmark for responsible

mining practices.

Automation is another cornerstone

of CBG’s technology transformation.

Through the deployment

of autonomous machinery

and equipment, the company

has not only boosted operational

efficiency but also reduced reliance

on manual labour in potentially

hazardous environments.

Automated processes ensure

consistent and precise execution,

leading to improved productivity

and resource utilisation. This

streamlined approach minimises

downtime, increases throughput,

and optimises overall output.

These are some of the ways that

CBG has leveraged technology

transformation to improve its performance

and achieve its vision of

becoming a more modern, efficient,

and responsible company

that delivers value not only to its

shareholders, but also to its employees,

customers, partners, and

communities.

At the core of CBG’s technology

transformation is the utilisation of

data analytics. Through real-time

data collection and analysis, the

company gains invaluable insights

into various aspects of its operations.

These insights enable CBG

to make informed decisions, optimise

production processes, and

identify areas for enhancement.

From predicting equipment maintenance

needs to forecasting resource

requirements, data analytics

empower CBG to operate with

precision and foresight.

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SUSTAINABILITY AS A

DRIVING FORCE

CBG’s technology transformation

aligns seamlessly with its commitment

to sustainability. By embracing

energy-efficient technologies

and minimising resource

wastage, the company reduces

its environmental footprint. The

integration of technology allows

CBG to track energy consumption,

monitor emissions, and implement

eco-friendly practices

throughout its operations. This

sustainable approach not only

resonates with global environmental

concerns but also enhances

the company’s social responsibility.

CBG aims to “minimise the environmental

impact of our activities,

respect human rights, support local

communities and contribute

to social and economic development.”

Some of the sustainability

initiatives that CBG has been implementing

a Biodiversity Action

Plan to protect and restore the

natural habitats affected by mining

activities. CBG has partnered

with local and international organisations

to monitor the biodiversity

status and implement conservation

measures. Developing a

Water Management Plan to optimise

the use of water resources

and reduce the potential impacts

on water quality and availability.

CBG has installed water metres,

improved water treatment facilities,

reduced water consumption

and increased water recycling.

Adopting a Climate Change Strategy

to reduce greenhouse gas

emissions and enhance resilience

to climate change impacts. CBG

has invested in energy efficiency

projects, renewable energy sources,

carbon offsetting programmes

and climate risk assessments

and promoting a Social Licence

to Operate by engaging with

stakeholders, respecting human

rights, supporting local communities,

and creating shared value.

CBG has established a grievance

mechanism, conducted social

impact assessments, supported

local development projects, and

provided employment and training

opportunities.

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CONTINUOUS

IMPROVEMENT

CULTURE

CBG’s technology transformation

embodies a culture of continuous

improvement with the

leadership’s forward-thinking approach

encouraging innovation

and the exploration of emerging

technologies. By fostering an environment

where employees are

empowered to propose and implement

tech-driven solutions,

CBG remains at the forefront of

industry advancements.

Compagnie des Bauxites de

Guinée’s journey of technology

transformation within its mining

operations and its leadership

serves as an inspiring case study

for the mining industry at large.

The company’s embrace of data

analytics, automation, and safety

measures driven by technology

has not only improved operational

efficiency but has also elevated

safety standards and sustainability

practices. CBG’s approach

exemplifies the potential of technology

to revolutionise traditional

industries, demonstrating

that harnessing innovation can

lead to enhanced performance,

responsible resource management,

and a brighter future for

both the company and the world.

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