Fortescue Metals (ASX:FMG) Reports Record Half-Year Shipments
Operational Achievements
Fortescue Metals Group (ASX:FMG) achieved total iron ore shipments of 49.4 million tonnes in Q2 FY25, contributing to record half-year shipments of 97.1 million tonnes. This performance marks the highest shipment volume in the company’s history. The company also reported a Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate (TRIFR) of 1.0, a significant 44 per cent improvement compared to the previous year.
Cost Management
Hematite C1 costs decreased to US$18.24 per wet metric tonne, representing a 10 per cent reduction from Q1 FY25. This reduction in costs was attributed to increased mining volumes and a favourable exchange rate. The guidance for Hematite C1 costs remains unchanged for FY25, projected between US$18.50 and US$19.75 per tonne.
Financial Position
As of 31 December 2024, Fortescue reported a cash balance of US$3.4 billion and net debt of US$2.0 billion, reflecting an investment of US$1.0 billion in capital expenditures during the quarter. The total gross debt stood at US$5.4 billion, slightly down from the previous quarter.
Decarbonisation Efforts
Dino Otranto, Chief Executive Officer of Fortescue Metals, stated, “It’s been an outstanding operating performance. We achieved our highest ever half-year shipments while maintaining our focus on safety and driving costs lower.” He highlighted the continued progress in transitioning to a zero-emissions fleet, with the recent contract awarded to purchase over 100 zero-emissions heavy mobile equipment from XCMG.
Future Outlook
Fortescue maintains its FY25 guidance for iron ore shipments at 190 to 200 million tonnes and continues to monitor the implications of the recent US Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit for its projects. The company’s commitment to advancing its green technologies remains a key focus going forward.
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