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Rediscovering AukamA significant deposit located in a previously abandoned mine in Namibia means Gratomic is poised to become the world’s largest producer of vein graphite

A significant deposit located in a previously abandoned mine in Namibia means Gratomic is poised to become the world’s largest producer of vein graphite

By Alexandra Lopez-Pacheco

May 24, 2021

A modular approach is being taken by Gratomic to the construction of a new graphite processing plant, allowing for future expansion. Courtesy of Gratomic

The story of Toronto-based Gratomic's Aukam graphite project in southern Namibia – which is currently undergoing the final stages of construction prior to scheduled commissioning at the end of March – is the stuff of mining lore.

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