Lead often lacks the futuristic allure of lithium or copper, but without it, the modern world would quite literally blink out. While the infographic above, based on Mining Technology’s 2023 market data, ranks the world’s top producers by tonnage, the deeper story is about the critical role these mines play in securing our digital infrastructure.

Zinc is the unsung hero of modern industry—a critical metal that protects steel from rust, powers batteries, and supports human health. As our infographic shows, the global supply of this essential element is dominated by a handful of colossal mines. This article explores what makes these operations, run by industry leaders like Teck, Vedanta, and Glencore, so pivotal to the world's economy.

Worlds largest Iron Ore Mines Infographic Iron ore is the bedrock of global industry, forming the steel that builds our world. As our...