chemXplore tracks 1 project in Zambia, of which one is active.
Of the active ones, 1 expansion.
Acquires former joint ventures in Zimbabwe, Zambia and Mozambique; gains controlling stakes in Kenya and Tanzania; transactions due early 2027; combined operations employ ~170 and generate ~€50m sales.
Zambian president and Chinese ambassador attended the groundbreaking ceremony on October 20.
Demand diversification, new industries and above‑ground constraints are driving cross‑border metals trade; Trafigura has deployed $7bn and invested in power, rail, storage and processing.
200 km high-voltage line linking Zambia to the DRC Copperbelt, 700 MW thermal capacity (550 MW import), estimated cost USD300 million and at final development stage.
Deal backs new plants, expansions and upgrades across Africa to raise capacity toward an 80 MTPA 2030 target, secure gas supply, improve efficiency, cut emissions and create jobs.
