Story by Tichaona Kurewa
HWANGE Colliery Company Limited(HCCL) has commissioned its rehabilitated Coke Oven Battery at the Hwange Mining and Processing Company, marking the return of coke production after operations stopped in 2014.
HCCL Administrator Munashe Shava said the commissioning represents a significant step in the company’s turnaround strategy.
“This commissioning is more than the revival of a production facility; it is a bold statement of HCCL’s commitment to beneficiating Zimbabwe’s vast coal resources, transforming them into higher-value metallurgical coke that supports steel manufacturing, drives industrial growth and creates greater economic value,” said Shava.
He added that the project supports Zimbabwe’s National Development Strategy 2 by promoting value addition, strengthening local industry, reducing import dependence, enhancing export potential and creating sustainable employment.
Shava said HCCL remains focused on creating lasting value through innovation, operational excellence and strategic investments that unlock the full potential of Zimbabwe’s natural resources.
The company invested more than US$8 million to revive the facility, which is expected to produce over 18,000 tonnes of metallurgical coke every month.
The project complements HCCL’s US$60 million underground coal mining joint venture with China’s Zhongjin Investments.
