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Project Details

Project Details

The beryllium mining and refining project integrates advanced technology and innovative practices to transform raw beryllium ore into high-purity beryllium oxide (99%+). Strategically located in the Bugesera District, this project benefits from logistical advantages and proximity to key infrastructure. To ensure production efficiency, the refinery will process 50 tons of ore per month and maintain a stockpile of 250-300 tons, secured through supplier agreements and supplemented by its own mining operations. With a production capacity of 42,000 kg of refined beryllium oxide annually, the project is set to meet growing global demand while delivering economic and environmental value.



The beryllium mining and refining project integrates advanced technology and innovative practices to transform raw beryllium ore into high-purity beryllium oxide (99%+). Strategically located in the Bugesera District, this project benefits from logistical advantages and proximity to key infrastructure. To ensure production efficiency, the refinery will process 50 tons of ore per month and maintain a stockpile of 250-300 tons, secured through supplier agreements and supplemented by its own mining operations. With a production capacity of 42,000 kg of refined beryllium oxide annually, the project is set to meet growing global demand while delivering economic and environmental value.

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Logistics

Logistics

Proximity to Transportation Routes

The district is approximately 56 kilometers from Kigali, Rwanda’s capital city, and just 20 kilometres from the new Bugesera International Airport, currently under construction. These connections facilitate efficient transportation of raw materials to the facility and enable seamless export of finished products.

The district is approximately 56 kilometers from Kigali, Rwanda’s capital city, and just 20 kilometres from the new Bugesera International Airport, currently under construction. These connections facilitate efficient transportation of raw materials to the facility and enable seamless export of finished products.

Access to Essential Utilities

The Bugesera Special Economic Zone (BSEZ) provides integrated industrial infrastructure, including reliable water, electricity, and sewage treatment facilities. These ensure uninterrupted operations and reduced logistical bottlenecks.

The Bugesera Special Economic Zone (BSEZ) provides integrated industrial infrastructure, including reliable water, electricity, and sewage treatment facilities. These ensure uninterrupted operations and reduced logistical bottlenecks.

Location Advantages

Location Advantages

Growing Industrial Hub

Growing Industrial Hub

Growing Industrial Hub

Growing Industrial Hub

As part of Rwanda’s broader industrialization strategy, the Bugesera Special Economic Zone is a public-private partnership aimed at transforming the district into a regional manufacturing powerhouse. The ongoing infrastructure upgrades and focus on key sectors like agro-processing and construction materials make it a future-ready location for investment.

Proximity to Skilled Labor

Proximity to Skilled Labor

Proximity to Skilled Labor

Proximity to Skilled Labor

The district is committed to workforce development, with local training initiatives tailored to industrial needs. This ensures access to a growing pool of skilled labour essential for refinery operations.

Process Details

Process Details

The production process is divided into six key stages

The production process is divided into six key stages

The production process is divided into six key stages

Monthly Ore Processing Capacity

Monthly Ore Processing Capacity

50 tons

50 tons

Production Capacity

Production Capacity

42,000 kg of refined beryllium oxide annually.

42,000 kg of refined beryllium oxide annually.

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Ore Input

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Ore Input

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Ore Input

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Ore Input

01

Ore Input

Raw beryllium ore, containing 8.80% beryllium oxide and 3.09% pure beryllium, is transported to the facility. Each batch undergoes initial inspection to ensure quality standards are met before entering the production line. Proper handling during this stage minimizes loss and contamination.


The facility is designed to process 50 tons of ore per month under a two-shift operation. To ensure uninterrupted operations, 300 tons of ore will be stockpiled in advance, guaranteeing six months of production. This raw material is secured through supplier agreements and supplemented by the project’s own mining operations, which will sustain future production cycles. The refinery will maintain a consistent stockpile of 250-300 tons to avoid disruptions.

The ore is crushed into smaller fragments and milled to achieve a fine powder with a particle size of less than 0.074 mm. This increases the ore’s surface area, optimizing it for chemical reactions in subsequent stages. Spiral classifiers separate oversized particles, recycling them back for additional milling.

02

Crushing & Milling

02

Crushing & Milling

The milled ore is mixed with carefully measured reagents to enhance its reactivity during extraction. The mixture is then compressed into briquettes using advanced briquetting equipment. These briquettes are heated in a tunnel kiln to activate the reagents and improve the material’s chemical properties.

03

Briquetting

03

Briquetting

Heated briquettes are subjected to chemical washing and agitation in a multi-stage extraction process. This phase ensures that beryllium hydroxide [Be(OH)2] is efficiently separated from other components. Waste products are carefully managed to minimize environmental impact.

04

Beryllium Hydroxide Extraction

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Beryllium Hydroxide Extraction

The extracted beryllium hydroxide is fed into a high-temperature rotary kiln, where it is refined into industrial-grade beryllium oxide with over 99% purity. The process is meticulously controlled to ensure consistent quality and minimize energy usage.

05

Refining

05

Refining

The refined beryllium oxide is cooled and packaged securely to preserve its quality during transportation. Packages are labelled according to international standards and prepared for shipment to domestic and international clients.

06

Packaging & Shipping

06

Packaging & Shipping

Stakeholder and Impact

Stakeholder and Impact

Stakeholder and Impact

Stakeholder and Impact

The Investor – BERYL TECH RWANDA Ltd

The Investor:
BerylTech Rwanda

Establishing the business, taking advantage of the profitable processing of beryllium, and solidifying its position within the global beryllium marketplace. The project aims to maximize profitability while expanding its influence in the international market, ensuring long-term growth and competitiveness.

Local Community and Workforce

Local Community and Workforce

The project provides employment opportunities, supports skills development, and enhances infrastructure, including roads, electricity, water systems, and other essential services. It employs 18 workers operating in two shifts, ensuring consistent productivity and stable income for the workforce. These combined efforts contribute to both individual and community growth.

The Government of Rwanda

The Government of Rwanda

The Government of Rwanda

The project contributes to economic growth, increased tax revenues, industrial development, diversification, and an improved balance of payments. Additionally, the government plans to implement a supportive mineral processing policy and other initiatives to further encourage development and investment in the sector. These efforts aim to create a more robust and sustainable economy, benefiting both local communities and the broader national landscape.

State-of-the-art refining technologies are employed to ensure efficient and environmentally friendly beryllium extraction.


Additionally, the project invests in workforce development by providing specialized training programs for local employees,


Empowering them with advanced technical skills and fostering long-term career growth in the mining and refining industry.

Supplier and Contractors

Supplier and Contractors

Supplier and Contractors

Beryl supply chain development for local and international suppliers, contractors in sub. construction business, service providers of machinery, logistics and others. Local suppliers and service providers will benefit from the construction and the sustainability of the factory.

Beryl supply chain development for local and international suppliers, contractors in sub. construction business, service providers of machinery, logistics and others. Local suppliers and service providers will benefit from the construction and the sustainability of the factory.

State-of-the-art refining technologies are employed to ensure efficient and environmentally friendly beryllium extraction.


Additionally, the project invests in workforce development by providing specialized training programs for local employees,


Empowering them with advanced technical skills and fostering long-term career growth in the mining and refining industry.

International buyers

International buyers

The processed beryllium hydroxide will be sold to international markets, playing a key role in contributing to the global supply chain. This will not only support worldwide demand but also aid in the expansion of the project’s presence within the global market, strengthening its position as a reliable supplier.

The processed beryllium hydroxide will be sold to international markets, playing a key role in contributing to the global supply chain. This will not only support worldwide demand but also aid in the expansion of the project’s presence within the global market, strengthening its position as a reliable supplier.

State-of-the-art refining technologies are employed to ensure efficient and environmentally friendly beryllium extraction.


Additionally, the project invests in workforce development by providing specialized training programs for local employees,


Empowering them with advanced technical skills and fostering long-term career growth in the mining and refining industry.

Environmental regulators

Environmental regulators

Environmental regulators

Environmental impact management will be prioritized to ensure compliance with established standards and promote sustainability. These efforts will ensure the factory operates responsibly, minimizing its ecological footprint while maintaining long-term environmental and operational integrity.

Environmental impact management will be prioritized to ensure compliance with established standards and promote sustainability. These efforts will ensure the factory operates responsibly, minimizing its ecological footprint while maintaining long-term environmental and operational integrity.

State-of-the-art refining technologies are employed to ensure efficient and environmentally friendly beryllium extraction.


Additionally, the project invests in workforce development by providing specialized training programs for local employees,


Empowering them with advanced technical skills and fostering long-term career growth in the mining and refining industry.

NGOs

NGOs

The project will actively monitor community development and welfare throughout its implementation and beyond. This includes assessing the social and economic impacts, addressing any challenges that arise, and ensuring that the local population benefits sustainably from the initiative over the long term.

The project will actively monitor community development and welfare throughout its implementation and beyond. This includes assessing the social and economic impacts, addressing any challenges that arise, and ensuring that the local population benefits sustainably from the initiative over the long term.

State-of-the-art refining technologies are employed to ensure efficient and environmentally friendly beryllium extraction.


Additionally, the project invests in workforce development by providing specialized training programs for local employees,


Empowering them with advanced technical skills and fostering long-term career growth in the mining and refining industry.

Academic and Research Institutions

Academic and Research Institutions

Academic and Research Institutions

The project will ensure the provision of a skilled workforce and the necessary services to support its operations effectively. This approach aims to maintain productivity, meet industry standards, and contribute to the overall success of the initiative.

The project will ensure the provision of a skilled workforce and the necessary services to support its operations effectively. This approach aims to maintain productivity, meet industry standards, and contribute to the overall success of the initiative.

State-of-the-art refining technologies are employed to ensure efficient and environmentally friendly beryllium extraction.


Additionally, the project invests in workforce development by providing specialized training programs for local employees,


Empowering them with advanced technical skills and fostering long-term career growth in the mining and refining industry.

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