Yesterday, the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry together with Oyu Tolgoi LLC organised a tour to the Oyu Tolgoi mine in Khanbogd soum of South Gobi province. During the tour, CEOs of 30 prominent Mongolian companies visited the largest development project this century in Mongolia and were immensely proud of it. This is exactly the meaning of the Mongolian proverb, “it is better to see once than to hear a thousand times.”
D.Erdenebat, general manager of the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry:
Every year, our chamber selects the best businesses of the year. We have a tradition to organise a tour for our members to see the activities of selected businesses and companies. This allows for a mutual exchange of experiences and opinions. Last year, Oyu Tolgoi LLC was selected as a 'Diamond' or the best of the best businesses of the year. The objective of today’s tour is to visit the Oyu Tolgoi mine in the Southern Gobi region. Some 40 representatives from 30 companies, members of the chamber, heads of departments and key staff of the chamber are taking part in this tour. We felt such pride after seeing this large development project. Mongolian people are building such a wonderful project on Mongolian soil.
D.Purevdorj, director of 'Tuushin' company in charge of motor transportation:
I want to express my gratitude to the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the management of Oyu Tolgoi who organised this tour – to the largest development project of Mongolia this century. Thanks to this tour, I was able to see this large development project with my own eyes and feel very proud of the project. I’m happy that Oyu Tolgoi took the time to present to us the OT history and current work. I especially liked the Oyu Tolgoi museum which described the history of Oyu Tolgoi. There is so much wealth under the ground here. Our company has been transporting goods and materials from the Oyu Tolgoi warehouse in Ulaanbaatar since 2009. Now I have seen the actual Oyu Tolgoi site, I have also discovered opportunities for other types of cooperation and for further supply of services and products to Oyu Tolgoi.
E.Zolboo, manager of the promotion team of 'IT ZONE' LLC:
The Oyu Tolgoi project is a really great development. I saw many things here and found that it is possible to work with Oyu Tolgoi in the areas of business, computer equipment, technology and software.
Sh.Tsevelsaikhan, Head of the Bar Code and Logistics Department of the Mongolian National Chamber of Commerce and Industry:
We saw how the technological progress, especially bar codes, are being used at this large, world-class mine. Oyu Tolgoi effectively uses the latest bar code technology for its copper concentrate exports. In this manner, it is possible to control the copper concentrate produced for export, at all stages.
Kh.Gantomor, executive director of 'Get generous' LLC:
I saw that a lot development work has been done in the South Gobi region.I saw that Mongolians can accomplish much and create many things. A really gigantic project is being implemented here. There is no doubt that this project will benefit Mongolia and Mongolians. I also saw that there are many opportunities to work with Oyu Tolgoi.
About Oyu Tolgoi LLC (http://ot.mn/en)
Oyu Tolgoi LLC, Mongolia's largest copper and gold mining company, is a strategic partnership between the Government of Mongolia, Turquoise Hill Resources and Rio Tinto. Located in the Umnugobi, Oyu Tolgoi has commissioned Concentrator plant in December, 2012 and commenced shipments of copper concentrate in July of 2013. As the biggest single investment in Mongolian history, Oyu Tolgoi already is a major driver of the country’s economy.
Oyu Tolgoi is managed by Rio Tinto, which is investing global expertise and cutting-edge technology to help develop Mongolia’s mining industry and ensure Oyu Tolgoi is one of the world’s most advanced mines. Oyu Tolgoi is developing a nationwide vocational training programme, regional infrastructure, and is committed to ensuring more than 90 per cent Mongolian national employment and a strong Mongolian supplier base. These programmes will help drive economic growth for generations to come.
Oyu Tolgoi’s core commitment is to a safe work place and setting a new standard in environmental care.
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