Resources of the present, respect for the future.

Lusosilica is a benchmark in sustainable extraction, providing quality products and integrating technology, sustainability, social responsibility and protection of natural resources for future generations.

Quality

Lusosílica values the quality of its raw materials, particularly high-quality silica for the production of innovative, high added-value products.

Developing solutions together with our clients is part of our strategy, as is strengthening partnerships with research and development units. Together, we seek innovative solutions that meet expectations and technical requirements, ensuring quality and safety.

One of Lusosílica’s main objectives is customer satisfaction and the continuous improvement of its products. A strong focus on innovation and on the creation of new products, using advanced technologies, is a constant pillar of the company’s policy.

Lusosílica’s main clients operate in areas such as glass, ceramics, cement and tile adhesive, civil construction, foundry, asphalt, the rubber industry, industrial chemicals, paints, agriculture, animal feed, swimming pool filters, golf courses, the engineered marble industry and gas filters.

In an increasingly demanding and competitive business environment, Lusosílica consolidates its path through the implementation of quality management models across its units.

Lusosílica is certified under the NP ISO 9001 standard.

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Quality Policy Quality Policy

Environment
and Community

The projects developed by Lusosílica comply with all the guidelines imposed and implement the appropriate Monitoring Plans that accompany the extraction activity.

  • Landscape restoration

    Landscape restoration is an integral part of Lusosílica’s strategy and cannot be separated from the business or from the environmental impact of resource extraction. To minimise this impact, a Landscape Restoration Plan is designed and implemented.

  • People

    People are the foundation of our journey. We value the contribution of every professional, offer opportunities for training and growth, and want people to find in Lusosílica a place where they can develop and bring their ambitions to life.

  • Communities

    Lusosílica aims to maximise its positive impact on communities by supporting projects in the areas of education, equity and inclusion, environment, health and sport.
    At the same time, the company maintains an open and receptive stance towards the involvement of the surrounding community, inviting all interested parties to submit suggestions, requests or complaints via the available form. The information submitted is handled in accordance with confidentiality regulations and is reviewed and assessed for its effectiveness within the scope of the annual report.

    Suggestion, request or complaint form Suggestion, request or complaint form

  • Projects subject to environmental impact assessment

    Lusosílica’s projects are subject to Environmental Impact Studies, in which the potential effects on the environment and society are assessed.
    Throughout the studies listed below, Lusosílica complies with all imposed guidelines and implements appropriate Monitoring Plans to accompany its extractive activity.

    Ribeiro Seco Mine (C-177) Ribeiro Seco Mine (C-177)
    Guia Mine (C-125) Guia Mine (C-125)

OHS
workers’ health
and safety

The protection of our workers’ health and safety is a non-negotiable value. Our initiatives in this area are guided by Occupational Health and Safety management practices, which cover all operations, employees, third parties, and people who access our facilities.

The organisation maintains strict controls and audited occupational health and safety procedures to ensure a safe and healthy environment for employees.

We recognise that caring for our employees’ health goes beyond the boundaries of the corporate environment, in order to promote their overall well-being.

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