Oryong mine explained

Oryong mine
State/Province:North Hamgyong Province
Country:North Korea
Products:Iron

The Oryong mine(오룡광산) is one of the largest iron mines in North Korea and in the world.[1] The mine is located in the north of the country in North Hamgyong Province.[1] The mine has estimated reserves of 1.73 billion tonnes of 28.5% iron ore.[1] The annual mining production was 3,000 tons in 2007.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: The mining industry of North Korea. 2009. chinapost.com.tw. 2013-07-03.