CBMM Company Market Research Report
Company Overview
Name
CBMM (Companhia Brasileira de Metalurgia e Mineração)
Mission of the Company
To transform materials through innovation and technology into smarter solutions that contribute to a sustainable and efficient future.
Founded
CBMM was founded in 1955 following the discovery of the significant pyrochlore deposit by Djalma Guimaraes in 1953.
Key People
- Renata Ferrari - Legal, ESG, and Institutional Relations Director
- Karina Figueiredo - Compliance Manager
- Rogério Marques Ribas - Head of Battery Products
- Rodrigo Amado - Strategy and New Businesses Manager
- Fabio D'Aiuto - Executive Manager of Market Development
Headquarters
Córrego da Mata, s/n, Araxá, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Number of Employees
No information is available.
Revenue
No information is available.
Known For
CBMM is known for being the world's leading supplier of niobium products and technology, offering a range of applications that enhance strength, durability, and efficiency across various industries, including energy, mobility, infrastructure, and more.
Products
Ferroniobium
Description
A reliable and versatile alloying agent primarily used in steel production to enhance strength and corrosion resistance.
Key Features
- Available in various specifications and packaging options.
- Facilitates strength and corrosion resistance in steel production.
Niobium Oxides
Description
A diverse selection of high-purity options used in electronics and optics.
Key Features
- HY-340 Niobic Acid: High performance in catalysis and electronics.
- Ammonium Niobium Oxalate (ANO): High purity for specialized applications.
Niobium Metal
Description
Includes reactor-grade, commercial-grade, and RRR superconducting-grade options, available in ingot form.
Key Features
- Specialties like niobium-zirconium enhance ductility and corrosion resistance.
Vacuum Grade Alloys
Description
Lump form vacuum-grade ferroniobium and nickel-niobium alloys for sensitive environments.
Key Features
- Used in aerospace, medical devices, and other high-tech industries.
Recent Developments
New Partnerships
1. WEG Partnership: Focused on using niobium in nanocrystalline materials for electric motors, significantly improving efficiency.
2. Echion Technologies Partnership: Construction of a new facility in Araxá, Brazil, to produce niobium oxides for fast-charging and durable XNO® battery anodes.
3. WRO Partnership: Aimed at enhancing vehicle safety standards and post-crash rescue techniques through niobium technologies.
4. Innolectric Partnership: Joint research to explore the potential of nanocrystalline magnetic materials to improve electromobility efficiency.
5. Battery Streak Investment: CBMM acquired 20% of Battery Streak, focusing on accelerating new technologies using niobium for lithium-ion batteries.
New Products and Features
- EXO Nb UTVs: Developed with Giaffone Racing, featuring niobium technology to improve vehicle performance.
- Continuous development of niobium-based battery technologies to meet increasing demand for industrial electrification applications.
Certifications
- Achieved ISO 37001 Certification for anti-bribery management systems, demonstrating a commitment to governance and ethics.
This report presents a detailed account of CBMM's current standings, product offerings, and strategic developments that position it as a leader in niobium technology and its applications in various industrial sectors.
