Ok Tedi Mining (OTML) surpassed its annual sediment dredge and rehabilitation targets for 2023.
OTML dredged 10.3 million cubic metres at its Bige operations against a target of 10 million. A total of 40 hectares was rehabilitated against a target of 35 hectares.
“This is a crucial aspect of responsible mining and is in line with our Ok Tedi Environment Management Act (MARP) guidelines and requirements,” Bige operations manager Naimen Kepan said.
“Achieving our target in rehabilitation brings us a step closer to rehabilitating our East Bank stockpile in line with OTML’s MARP requirements and closure plan to leave a self-sustainable environment for the local community post mine closure.”
OTML collaborated with dredging contractor Dredeco to carry out the works, with Kepan saying the partnership demonstrated an inclusive and integrated approach.
“Approximately 10 million cubic metres of sand is removed from the river each year and placed in engineered stockpiles for rehabilitation works,” OTML said.
“OTML has dredged approximately 436 million tonnes of sand from the river since 1998 and will continue to meet its annual dredging and rehabilitation targets.
“This achievement highlights the company’s dedication to managing the sediment loads in the Ok Tedi and Fly River systems, thereby preventing adverse environmental and social impacts.”
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