Eskisehir Beylikova Rare Earth Element Deposit Pilot Facilities Completed
Pilot facilities to process 1,200 tons of ore for the rare earth element deposit in Eskisehir-Beylikova have been completed, and a two-phase investment is planned for industrial production.
In Eskisehir-Beylikova, the world's second-largest rare earth element deposit, pilot facilities capable of processing 1,200 tons of ore have been completed, and a two-phase investment plan has been prepared for the transition to industrial production.
Pilot Facilities Completed
Efforts to bring the Eskisehir-Beylikova rare earth element deposit, the world's second largest, into the economy continue without slowing down. Within this scope, pilot facilities with an ore processing capacity of 1,200 tons have been successfully completed.
Two-Phase Investment Plan
Following the completion of the pilot facilities, strategic steps were taken for the transition phase to industrial production. A comprehensive investment plan consisting of two phases was prepared to ensure the process proceeds smoothly.
Critical for Strategic Sectors
It is stated that the total value of the minerals in the deposit could reach 150 billion dollars. These elements, which serve as raw materials for high-tech products—primarily in defense, electronics, and nuclear energy—carry great importance.
Grand National Assembly of Turkey (TBMM) SOE Commission Briefed
Developments regarding the matter were addressed at the TBMM State Economic Enterprises (SOE) Commission meeting. Eti Maden Operations General Manager Yalçın Aydın provided the commission with comprehensive information regarding the process of extracting and processing the minerals.
Historical Record Targeted
Eti Maden Operations aims to break a historical record in 2026 by achieving 2 million 700 thousand tons in sales and 1 billion 560 million dollars in revenue. The institution continues to maintain its leadership in the global boron market.