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No expansion of the mining area - the Grguljača quarry remains within the existing concession boundaries
The investor denied the misinformation and clarified: the quarry remains invisible from Kupres, as before
Kupres, 26.03.2025 - Incorrect claims have been appearing in the public in recent days about alleged plans to expand the mining area in the Kupres area to an area of 47.5 hectares, which is intentionally or out of ignorance misleading the public.
The mining company that operates the Grguljača quarry, which will supply BH magnezije & minerali d.o.o. with dolomite as a raw material for future production, hereby clearly and decisively denies such information.
The magnesium production project does not imply the expansion of the mining boundaries, outside the already defined concession area.
For the magnesium production project, the investor has never requested, announced or plans to request, the expansion of the exploitation area to 47.5 hectares.
This area is clearly marked in the plans as an exploration area, and as the name suggests, it is planned exclusively for geological analysis and assessment of terrain safety, which is fully in line with responsible business practice and represents a standard procedure in such projects and was completed in 2024, in accordance with the issued permits.
This has nothing to do with mining planning, nor does it imply an expansion of the existing boundaries of the mining zone, and the public is being misled by such interpretations and presentation of plans that the investor has never stated and hereby expressly wishes to deny.
As before, the quarry will not be visible from Kupres, which is undoubtedly visible from the documentation and spatial analyses.
The company BH Magnezij & Minerali continuously and transparently communicates all activities, and a review of official documents clearly defines that the project is taking place exclusively within the existing concession field for which the mining company is approved to carry out.
If any change had occurred that could have an impact on the community or the environment, the investor, and we are sure public authorities, would have informed the public about it in a timely manner.
In a time when social dialogue is necessary, and environmental responsibility is the obligation of all of us, this project is an example of green transition in practice – because it combines environmental protection, new industry and local community development. As the people of Kupreš have seen so far, there is no rush. Every step in the project will be communicated publicly and all questions that arise will be answered.
BH Magnezij & Minerali strongly supports the right of citizens to information and critical thinking, and at the same time we warn about the damage that occurs when untruths are spread and a climate of fear is encouraged. Such an approach does not contribute to either the community or the environment.
We call on all actors – political, media and activist – to act responsibly, informed and grounded, respecting everyone's right to accurate and verified information.
BH Magnezij & Minerali d.o.o. Submits Request to Withdraw the Environmental Impact Study for Amendments While the Project Continues
The study is being withdrawn for procedural reasons to include additional technical updates and align it with the requirements of institutions and the community.
Kupres, 21 January 2025 – BH Magnezij & Minerali d.o.o. has decided to withdraw the Request for Evaluation of the Environmental Impact Study for the magnesium factory construction project in the Municipality of Kupres. This application was initially submitted to the Federal Ministry of Environment and Tourism in early July 2024. The withdrawal is procedural in nature and a result of a broader dialogue with all the interested stakeholders. The adjustment highlights the company's cooperation and commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate information about the magnesium factory project to the citizens of Kupres, relevant institutions, and residents of Bosnia and Herzegovina, ensuring that all outstanding questions are addressed.
The Environmental Impact Study is being revised to include additional insights and respond to feedback from all stakeholders—state institutions, representatives of the Municipality of Kupres, environmental organizations, and the citizens of Kupres. As previously emphasized in communication with all partners, the project aims to build one of the “greenest” magnesium factories in the world, adhering to the highest environmental protection standards, European Union legislation, and its Green Deal agenda. The process involves a physical process for the producing high-quality magnesium metal without the use of chemicals and without causing harm to the natural beauty of the Kupres region or the health of its residents. This will be clearly outlined in the newly supplemented Environmental Impact Study, developed in collaboration with independent experts with extensive experience.
BH Magnezij & Minerali d.o.o. expresses its gratitude to all citizens, experts, and institutions whose suggestions, observations, and comments have contributed to the development of our project. Their insights have helped the company to better understand the needs of the community and professional audiences, ensuring that all requirements of the relevant institutions, the local community, and the environment are met through this process.
From the very beginning BH Magnezij & Mineral has been thriving to make this project one of the most advanced industrial projects currently underway in Bosnia and Herzegovina. With strong support from the European Union, the project will contribute to the future production of critical raw materials in a way that is both sustainable and in harmony with community life and the environment that surrounds it. The company’s objective is to maintain a successful collaboration with the institutions of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the local community, working together to achieve economic growth and progress for the Municipality of Kupres and Bosnia-Herzegovina, as well as to protect the environment and further develop tourism and sustainable agriculture in the Kupres region.