Vale, founded in 1942 as Companhia Vale do Rio Doce and headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is one of the world’s largest mining companies. It produces iron ore, pellets and nickel and operates across roughly 30 countries with about 120,000 employees. Privatized in 1997, Vale integrates mining, processing and logistics to supply steelmakers and battery‑material customers. The company states a mission to transform natural resources into prosperity and sustainable development and pursues targets for emissions reduction, renewable energy use and community engagement as part of its long‑term strategy.
