Implats

Impala Platinum Holdings Limited (Implats) is a South African company focused on the mining, refining, and marketing of platinum group metals (PGMs) such as platinum, iridium, rhodium, palladium, and ruthenium. Founded in 1966 and headquartered in Johannesburg, Implats also produces base metals including nickel, copper, and cobalt. The company operates several mines in South Africa and Zimbabwe, with significant operations in the Bushveld Complex and the Great Dyke. Implats provides refining services through Impala Refining Services, offering smelting and toll-refining for both its own operations and third-party companies. Additionally, Implats is a major player in auto-catalyst recycling, recovering precious metals from used automotive catalysts. Implats markets its products globally, serving various industries including automotive, jewelry, and industrial sectors. The company employs around 48,000 people in South Africa and 7,000 in Zimbabwe, with key leadership including Chair Thandi Orleyn and CEO Nico Muller.