Vale

Vale is a global mining company headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with operations spanning 18 countries. Founded in 1942, the company has grown to become the largest producer of iron ore and nickel in the world, also producing manganese, ferroalloys, copper, bauxite, potash, cobalt, and other essential minerals. Vale's infrastructure seamlessly connects the extraction of high-quality ore to its transportation via railways and ports, reaching distribution centers efficiently across the globe.

The company's purpose is to improve lives and shape the future by transforming mining into sustainable development. Vale operates with a focus on safety and sustainability, operating responsibly in every country where it is present. With approximately 176,000 employees including its own professionals and permanent third parties, Vale is committed to developing talent, fostering inclusion and diversity, and ensuring a safe, healthy, and supportive work environment. The company also maintains operations in renewable energy, logistics, and maintains botanical parks and natural reserves as part of its environmental commitments.