“Geological Research” Completes Procedures for Importing a Salt Refining and Purification Plant
The General Authority for Geological Research (the technical arm of the Sudanese Ministry of Minerals) has finalized a contract with the Spanish company Sierra to supply a salt refining and purification plant in Port Sudan, with a production capacity of up to 10 tons per hour.
The contract was signed in Barcelona, Spain, by the Director General of the Authority, Geological Consultant Ahmed Haroun Al-Tom. This project aligns with the ministry’s and the authority’s interest in industrial minerals, as part of research-based production initiatives, including the development of the salt industry in Sudan.
The manufacturing company stated that it has begun producing parts of the plant, which will be made of high-quality steel, exceeding 80% in composition. The plant is expected to arrive in Sudan by August 2025 and commence official production by the end of 2025, generating substantial revenue for both the authority and the state.
The plant’s production capacity of approximately 10 tons per hour will enable it to produce large quantities of iodized table salt, addressing iodine deficiency-related health issues. Additionally, it will produce salts used in various industries, meeting Sudan’s domestic demand and allowing for surplus exports to neighboring countries.
