16 September 2025
by Alex Brinded

Hindustan Zinc joins the ICMM

The world's largest integrated zinc producer becomes the first Indian company to join the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM).

An Asian woman in a hardhat and hi-vis overalls, standing in front of angled solar panels doing the OK sign with her hand
© Hindustan Zinc Ltd

Hindustan Zinc is the ICMM's first new member since 2021. It now commits to 40 performance expectations covering Environmental, Social and Governance standards, subject to third-party validation across all assets.

The ICMM brings 25 mining and metal companies committed to advancing sustainable development, transparency and ethical practices.

Arun Misra, CEO & Whole-time Director of Hindustan Zinc, says, 'It is both an honour and a big responsibility for Hindustan Zinc to become the first Indian company to join ICMM...For us, sustainability and good business go hand in hand, and it is a strategic imperative to create lasting positive impact on our environment, our communities, and the industry at large.'

Rohitesh Dhawan, ICMM President & CEO, adds, 'We are pleased to welcome Hindustan Zinc as ICMM's first Indian member. Their inclusion strengthens our collective commitment to responsible mining and reflects the growing importance of India in the global metals and mining industry.'

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