Brazil Potash Company is a privately owned company that was formed in 2008 to develop the first potash mine in Brazil. It is a subsidiary of Vale, the largest mining company in the world. The company has a concession to mine potash in the state of Mato Grosso, in the Amazon basin. The project is expected to produce 1 million tonnes of potash per year. The company has signed a joint venture agreement with Sinochem, a Chinese state-owned company, to develop the project.
Products and Services:
- Exploration and production of potash:
Brazil Potash Company is dedicated to the exploration, development, and production of potash in Brazil. The company has a potash deposit located in the state of Minas Gerais, which is the largest deposit of potash in Brazil. The company is currently in the process of developing this deposit and expects to begin production in 2019.
- Environmental management:
The company has a strong commitment to the environment and to the communities in which they operate. They have a strict environmental policy and have been awarded the ISO 14001 certification. The company is also a member of the Responsible Care program of the Brazilian Chemical Industry Association (ABIQUIM).
- Community relations:
Brazil Potash Company is committed to being a good neighbor and to supporting the communities in which they operate. The company has a community relations program that provides financial and technical assistance to local organizations. The company also sponsors environmental education programs and health and safety initiatives.
- Potash sales:
Brazil Potash Company sells potash to companies in Brazil and around the world. The company has a sales and marketing team that is responsible for promoting and selling the company’s potash products.
- Logistics and transportation:
Brazil Potash Company has a team of logistics and transportation experts that ensure the safe and efficient transportation of the company’s potash products. The company has a fleet of trucks and railcars that are specially equipped to transport potash.
- Health and safety:
Brazil Potash Company is committed to the health and safety of its employees, contractors, and the communities in which it operates. The company has a health and safety management system that is certified to the OHSAS 18001 standard.
- Quality control:
Brazil Potash Company has a team of quality control experts that ensure the company’s potash products meet the highest quality standards. The company is certified to the ISO 9001:2008 standard.
- Research and development:
Brazil Potash Company has a research and development team that is responsible for developing new potash products and processes. The company invests in research and development in order to maintain a competitive advantage in the potash industry.
- Training and development:
Brazil Potash Company offers training and development programs for its employees. The company also offers internships and scholarships to students interested in pursuing a career in the potash industry.
- Corporate social responsibility:
Brazil Potash Company is committed to corporate social responsibility. The company sponsors environmental education programs and health and safety initiatives. The company also offers internships and scholarships to students from low-income families.
