Rio Tinto operates a fully integrated diamonds business from exploration through to sales and marketing. It is one of the world’s major diamond producers through its 100% ownership of the Argyle mine in Australia, 60% of the Diavik mine in Canada and a 78% interest in the Murowa mine in Zimbabwe.
“The medium to long-term market fundamentals for diamonds remain robust, fuelled by growing demand for luxury goods in Asia and continuing strong demand in North America,” said Rio Tinto Diamonds & Minerals chief executive Alan Davies.
“We have valuable, high-quality diamonds businesses that are well positioned to capitalise on the positive market outlook,” he emphasised..
“After considering a number of alternative strategic ownership options it is clear the best path to generate maximum value for our shareholders is to retain these businesses,” Davies assured.
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