Ntaka Hill Nickel and Copper Project Advances with Ningbo–STAMICO Partnership

Ningbo Stamico

The Ntaka Hill nickel and copper project is moving forward after years of dispute. A new processing plant is planned before end-2025. The Ntaka Hill nickel and copper project will use Chinese technologies to optimize output. Indiana’s 2024 settlement cleared the path for development. Therefore, the Ntaka Hill nickel and copper project regains momentum in Tanzania’s battery metals landscape.

Project restart, licenses, and near-term milestones

STAMICO and Ningbo Shuangbeng signed a tentative agreement on 10 August. As a result, they will revive the stalled Ntaka Hill assets. STAMICO will complete geological assessments and resource evaluations. It will validate existing drilling and update resource estimates. Meanwhile, it will seek a license for an unexplored section. These steps underpin financing, plant design, and permitting.

Processing plant plan, funding, and technology transfer

Coast Nickel targets plant commissioning before end-2025. The facility will process ore from the Ntaka Hill site. Ningbo Shuangbeng stands ready to fund and supply technology. However, construction depends on rapid geological verification. The approach aims to shorten time to first product. Consequently, Tanzania strengthens its nickel and copper value chain.

The Metalnomist Commentary

A credible restart hinges on verified resources, EPC discipline, and power access. If milestones hold, Ntaka Hill could rejoin Africa’s emerging battery metals hubs. Watch the verification timeline and offtake traction through 2025.