Rio Tinto Ties Growth to AI, Electrification and 2050 Net Zero
Western Australia – November 02, 2026 -- Rio Tinto is pitching a portfolio of iron ore, copper and aluminium to investors as demand rises from AI, digital infrastructure and electrification, backed by operations in 35 countries and a workforce of more than 60,000.
Rio Tinto lists iron ore, copper and aluminium as core products
The company positions iron ore as the primary raw material for steel, copper as a conductor of heat and electricity, and aluminium as a lightweight, infinitely recyclable metal used in jet engines, electric vehicles and mobile phones. Its stated goal is to become the world's most valued metals and mining business.
Oyu Tolgoi and Simandou anchor the growth projects
Rio Tinto describes the Simandou Project as the world's largest untapped high-grade iron ore deposit. It presents Oyu Tolgoi as one of the most modern, safe and sustainable operations in the world.