Cameco (NYSE:CCJ) is one of the world’s largest publicly traded uranium producers, supplying fuel for clean-air nuclear power plants across the globe. The company’s core activities encompass uranium mining, refining and conversion, as well as nuclear fuel fabrication. Through its vertically integrated business model, Cameco plays a key role in the nuclear fuel cycle, ensuring reliable access to low-carbon energy for utilities and governments.
Established in 1988 through the merger of two major Canadian uranium producers, Cameco has built a reputation for operational expertise and safety. Its flagship McArthur River and Cigar Lake mines, located in Saskatchewan’s Athabasca Basin, are among the highest-grade uranium deposits in the world. In addition to mining, Cameco operates the Port Hope conversion facility in Ontario, where uranium concentrate is processed into uranium hexafluoride for further enrichment.
Beyond Canada, Cameco maintains a diversified portfolio of operations and partnerships. In the United States, it manages the Inkai joint venture in Kazakhstan and the Crow Butte in situ recovery project in Nebraska. The company also has interests in advanced fuel manufacturing through its stake in Brazil’s Industrias Nucleares do Brasil (INB) and collaborates with global utilities to develop next-generation fuel designs and recycling technologies.
Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Tim Gitzel, Cameco emphasizes sustainability, community engagement and continuous improvement. The company is governed by a board of directors with deep experience in mining, energy and international business. Through its strategic investments and strong balance sheet, Cameco aims to meet growing worldwide demand for carbon-free electricity while maintaining rigorous environmental and safety standards.
