Fatal Incident at SimFer Project Halts Operations in Guinea
Contractor Fatality at Rio Tinto’s SimFer Iron Ore Project Suspends Operations in Guinea
A contract worker died on Saturday following an incident at the SimFer iron ore project in Nzérékoré, Guinea, according to a statement issued by Rio Tinto. The company did not disclose specific details regarding the circumstances of the incident.
All operations at the SimFer site have been suspended pending further review. The temporary shutdown is intended to ensure site safety and support the ongoing investigation.
Rio Tinto confirmed that an internal investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident. Chief Executive Officer Simon Trott is expected to travel to Guinea this week to oversee the company’s response and engage with local stakeholders.
The SimFer project is a major iron ore development in southeastern Guinea and forms part of Rio Tinto’s broader West African portfolio. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
