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3 May 2025

Metso awarded beneficiation plant contract

JORDAN

Metso awarded beneficiation plant contract

Metso has secured a two-year life-cycle contract with Ideal Development for Manufacturing Industries (IDMI) for a new phosphate beneficiation plant at the Eshidiya phosphate mine in the south of Jordan. Metso will support the commissioning, ramp up and optimisation of Eshidiya’s new beneficiation plant. Its contract with IDMI covers both maintenance and plant operations.

The latest agreement is a follow up to Metso’s previous equipment contract with IDMI – its first phosphate contract in the Middle East – signed in 2023. Metso previously supplied most of the critical equipment in the beneficiation flow sheet, including grinding, flotation, thickeners, filters and pumps, as well as Metso’s energy and water efficient UltraFine Series™ screens. These are the first ultra fine screens to be installed at a phosphate beneficiation plant, according to Metso.

“By utilizing Metso’s key technologies and modern and safe commissioning methods at our site, we aim for a strong return on investment, leading to revenue and growth opportunities. Strong collaboration is essential for ensuring safe and productive operations,” said Rami Fakhouri, IDMI’s managing director.

“We appreciate our customer’s trust in continuing our partnership. With Jordan holding the fifth largest phosphate reserves in the world, we are committed to supporting success in this significant industry. Our goal is to ensure a smooth commissioning process and sustained efficient production to not only meet but exceed business targets,” said Rajneesh Mishra, Metso’s VP, Sales and Service, Middle East.

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