On May 20, Alok Sarkar (NTNU) will defend his thesis on the hydrogen-based reduction behavior and kinetics of different manganese ores.
Continue readingA new 3D experience brings the HAlMan process to life
A new interactive 3D experience has been launched to present the innovative process developed within the HAlMan Project.
Continue readingHydroMetEC International Online Seminar in Hydrometallurgy – 7 May 2026
HydroMetEC, a lifelong learning programme within the EIT RawMaterials Academy coordinated by NTNU, is organising an international seminar.
Continue readingHydrogen Pre-Reduction and Sustainable Aluminothermic Smelting of Manganese Ore for Ultra-Low Carbon Ferromanganese Production
Hydrogen pre-reduction enables sustainable production of ultra-low carbon ferromanganese with high manganese recovery and reduced carbon emissions.
Continue readingThe heightened engagement of women in Pyrometallurgical Operations during the HAlMan campaign at Mintek, South Africa
The Pyrometallurgy Division (PMD) of Mintek holds a priority mandate to advance and promote its diversity, equity and inclusion goals.
Continue readingDemonstrating the aluminothermic reduction smelting of pre-reduced manganese ores at Mintek, South Africa
The decarbonisation of metal extractive processes is imperative towards achieving economic, social and environmental sustainability…
Continue readingUnderstanding manganese in everyday life – new educational infographic from HAlMan
Manganese is a critical raw material that plays a central role in modern industry and everyday products.
Continue readingHAlMan project review Trondheim, Norway
The HAlMan project team recently gathered in Trondheim, Norway, for a project review meeting hosted by the project coordinator at NTNU and SINTEF.
Continue readingPrereduction of Manganese Ores through H2 Gas (UMK and Gloria Ores)
The experimental work was focused on two representative manganese ores from the Kalahari Manganese Field…
Continue readingStrategic identification and sourcing of HAlMan Raw Materials in Europe
The HAlMan consortium conducted a strategic European-wide mapping and sourcing activity to identify primary and secondary raw materials…
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