Tata Steel COTE D'IVOIRE SA (TSCI) has taken a step forward with its plans for development of iron ore projects in Cote d’Ivoire by setting up its Head Office in Abidjan.

TSCI was formed in May '08 after the Joint Venture agreement signed between Tata Steel Limited and SODEMI in Dec '07.

TSCI has also put in place a technical team in Ivory Coast to start work. The Tata Steel – SODEMI Joint Venture is now awaiting the exploration license with the permission to start work from the Government of Ivory Coast. The initial phase will involve exploration and detailed feasibility assessments followed by construction of the mine and beneficiation facilities. The iron ore from this project will be supplied to Tata Steel Group facilities in Europe. Tata Steel had indicated its plans for investing over a billion USD if the project is found feasible.

Stepping stone for Tata Steel COTE D'IVOIRE

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