Direct diesel sales in Brazil surge after Petrobras–Vale deal, distributors push back
In January, Petrobras announced an agreement with Vale to supply diesel for the miner's operations in the Minas Gerais state.
In January, Petrobras announced an agreement with Vale to supply diesel for the miner's operations in the Minas Gerais state.
The rare result reflects a surge in prices for metals such as gold, silver, molybdenum and zinc that are found alongside copper in large ore deposits
The fleet is expected to expand to at least 20 vessels within the next three years.
Company said the delay in resumption would not have any significant impact on its iron ore output guidance this year.
Net profit in the January-March period came in at $1.89 billion, below the $2.05 billion predicted by analysts.
The loan is “very critical” to help finance development of Vale's projects in Bahodopi, Pomalaa and Sorowako, its CEO said.
Company posted an output of 69.68 million metric tons for the January-March quarter.
The plant will have the capacity to produce up to 2 million metric tons of iron ore annually.
The two Guaibamax-class vessels can each transport 325,000 metric tons of iron ore and will be delivered from 2029.
Prosecutors say records show Schvartsman ignored known risks linked to the Córrego do Feijão tailings dam.