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Ferrochrome, Policy, and Global Competition: Lessons for Beneficiation

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

He examines what successful beneficiation looks like for the industry, the structural enablers and constraints across energy, logistics, skills, capital, and market access, and common misconceptions operators face.

Japie also discusses the impact of global competition, electricity costs, and energy strategies—including renewables and self-generation—on the viability of ferrochrome production.

Drawing on his experience as a board member of the Minerals Council South Africa, he shares insights on sector alignment, policy design, and what should be prioritised to make chrome beneficiation effective, sustainable, and globally competitive.

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