The demand for iron ore in the next 15-20 years will double. This opinion was made known to the well-known mining company Rio Tinto, according to Reuters. Also, the corporation added that by this time be expected doubling in demand for aluminum and copper. "We expect that the trend of consumption will lead to a doubling in demand for iron ore, copper and aluminum within the next 15-20 years", - said the Head of a diamond and mineral resources Rio Harry Kenyon. As is known, Rio Tinto in the IV quarter of 2010 compared with the IV quarter of 2009 increased its production of iron ore by 6%, to 50.05 million tons. Overall, the last year, raw material giant has released 184,629,000 tons of ore, up 9% compared with 2009. The result obtained was a record for holding. "Rio Tinto Group" engaged in the exploration, extraction and processing of mineral resources, mainly aluminum, copper, diamonds, coal, uranium, gold, industrial minerals and iron ore. The company operates worldwide, but the main activity is concentrated in Australia and North America. Group consists of two operating companies - "Rio Tinto Limited" and "Rio Tinto Plc". Ministry of Industry
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