INNOVATION AT PASEK
Leading the development and application of new solutions
Since its foundation, Pasek has placed innovation at the core of its business strategy, consolidating itself as a benchmark in the industrial and mining sector. Over the last ten years, the company has developed pioneering initiatives that have optimized its processes, diversified its products, and expanded into new markets. Its innovative approach has not only improved operational efficiency but also strengthened its commitment to sustainability and the circular economy.
Pasek Minerales, a mining company operating in the Cabo Ortegal Geological Complex (A Coruña), has focused its activity on the extraction and processing of Dunite (Magnesium Silicate). Its versatility in producing customized granulometries for different industrial applications has driven research and development of new uses for this mineral, ranging from metallurgy to construction and environmental solutions.
UNE 22480:2019
Environmental
Sustainable Mine
ISO 14067:2018
Environmental
Carbon Footprint
ISO 14001:2015
Environmental
EMS (Env. Mng. System)
ISO 45001:2018
Occupational Safety
OSHAS
ISO 9001:2015
Quality
QMS (Q Mng. System)
The Importance of Innovation at PASEK
Pasek has integrated innovation into its corporate strategy based on four key pillars:
- Process efficiency: Implementation of advanced technologies to optimize the extraction and processing of Dunite.
- Circular economy: Development of solutions for the utilisation of mining by-products, minimizing environmental impact and enhancing sustainability.
- Green and technological industry: Incorporation of environmental management systems and renewable energy sources into operations.
- New product development: Ongoing research into industrial applications of mining residues, promoting sustainable, high-value-added materials. Over the last 10 years, PM has been working on the development of projects aimed at improving processes, products, and by-products derived from the Dunite mine, which has led us to achieve the following milestones.
Over the last 10 years, PM has been working on the development of projects aimed at improving processes, products, and by-products derived from the Dunite mine, which has led us to achieve the following milestones.
Figure: Timeline summary of patents, publications, and grants of Pasek Minerales
Our Dunite operation in Cabo Ortegal not only supplies diverse industries but also holds significant potential for CO₂ reduction. Thanks to its high magnesium content, Dunite naturally reacts with atmospheric CO₂, enabling its capture and storage in the form of magnesium carbonate.
To enhance this effect, we are involved in R&D projects such as the Olivine Project in Greece and C-Sink in Europe, which aim to optimize both Dunite’s carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) capacity and its use in soil improvement. In addition, we are driving the electrification of our mine with solar energy, further reducing our carbon footprint.
Aerial view of solar panels installed at Pasek Minerales Mine
Our innovation efforts have delivered tangible results in the company’s operations:
- Entry into new markets and strategic sectors, broadening Pasek’s presence in emerging industries.
- Reduction of environmental impact by transforming mining by-products into usable materials for various industrial applications.
- Optimisation of product life cycles, ensuring more sustainable and efficient production.
Awards and Recognitions
Thanks to its strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, Pasek has been acknowledged through awards endorsing its leadership in the sector. These distinctions reflect the company’s dedication to technological development and the application of innovative solutions that contribute to improving both industry and the environment.
In 2023, Pasek Minerales received one of the Galicia Innovation and Design Awards promoted by the Xunta de Galicia, specifically in the Innovation – Large Enterprise category.
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