Orica Limited, headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, is a leading global provider of commercial explosives, blasting systems and ground support services to the mining, quarrying, oil and gas, and construction sectors. The company develops and supplies bulk explosives, packaged explosives and initiation systems, as well as digital blasting solutions designed to increase productivity, improve safety and reduce environmental impact in surface and underground operations.
In addition to its core explosives business, Orica manufactures and distributes sodium cyanide used in gold extraction, as well as a range of mining chemicals and associated technical services. Its integrated approach encompasses feasibility studies, engineering, product delivery, on-site technical support and post-blast performance analysis, enabling customers to optimise blast designs and operational efficiencies throughout the mine life cycle.
Founded in 1874 as Jones, Scott and Co., the company evolved through various restructurings and was officially named Orica in 1998 following a demerger from Imperial Chemical Industries (ICI). Today, Orica operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, serving customers in Australia, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Its geographically diversified footprint supports some of the largest mining and infrastructure projects worldwide.
Orica is led by Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Alberto Calderón, who was appointed in April 2019. Under his leadership, the company continues to focus on innovation, sustainability and digital transformation to meet evolving customer needs and industry challenges.
AI Generated. May Contain Errors.
Free OCLDY Stock Alerts