We’re on a mission to become the world’s most valued metals and mining business – for the people who invest in us, the people we work and partner with, and the communities around us
Our business
We operate in 35 countries where our 60,000+ employees are working to find better ways to provide the materials the world needs
Our purpose in action
Continuous improvement and innovation are part of our DNA
Innovation
The need for innovation is greater than ever
We supply the metals and minerals used to help the world grow and decarbonise
Iron Ore
The primary raw material used to make steel, which is strong, long-lasting and cost-efficient
Copper
Tough but malleable, corrosion-resistant and recyclable, and an excellent conductor of heat and transmitter of electricity
Aluminium
Lightweight and infinitely recyclable, aluminium is found in everything from jet engines to electric vehicles to mobile phones
Bringing to market materials critical to urbanisation and the transition to a low-carbon economy
Oyu Tolgoi
One of the most modern, safe and sustainable operations in the world
Simandou Project
The world’s largest untapped high-grade iron ore deposit
Western Australia
While iron ore is central to our operations in WA, we have a diverse presence across the state, from salt, lithium, our diamond legacy and our promising copper-gold project
Providing materials the world needs in a responsible way
Climate Change
We’re targeting net zero emissions by 2050
Nature solutions
Our nature-based solutions projects complement the work we're doing to reduce our Scope 1 and 2 emissions
Enabling ESG transparency
Our START™ initiative tracks traceability and responsible production of Rio Tinto materials.
We aim to deliver superior returns to our shareholders while safeguarding the environment and meeting our obligations to wider society
2026 Third Quarter Operations Review
Announced on Wednesday 14 October 2026
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Supplying a new era of growth
AI, digital infrastructure and electrification are driving new demand for our metals and minerals
What is block caving?
An innovative underground mining method using gravity to help extract ore from deep copper and gold deposits
How aluminium is made and why it matters
The journey from red rock to the metal we use every day
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Rio Tinto Other Debt amounts to $6.2 billion as of 31 December 2025 which is funding at the business unit or asset level. This is largely driven by Oyu Tolgoi which has $3.8 billion in project financing. In addition, there is $0.8 billion of other secured or unsecured debt at the business unit or asset level and a further $1.6 billion of lease liabilities held on balance sheet under IFRS 16.
Oyu Tolgoi LLC MIGA Insured Loan SOFR plus 2.65% due 2032 (1)
Oyu Tolgoi LLC Commercial Banks "B Loan" SOFR plus 3.4% due 2032 (1)
Oyu Tolgoi LLC Export Credit Agencies Loan 4.72% due 2033 (1)
Oyu Tolgoi LLC Export Credit Agencies Loan SOFR plus 3.65% due 2034 (1)
Oyu Tolgoi LLC International Financial Institutions "A Loan" SOFR plus 3.78% due 2035 (1)
Other secured loans
Other unsecured loans
Lease liabilities
Bank overdrafts
1. These borrowings relate to the Oyu Tolgoi LLC project finance facility and the due dates stated represent the final repayment date. The interest rates stated are pre-completion and will increase by 1.2% post-completion, which is expected to happen in 2029 subject to meeting certain conditions.