Vatukoula Gold Mines

The Vatukoula Gold Mines (referred to as “Vatukoula Mines”) was established in 1934 and boasts over 90 years of distinguished history, ranking among the world's longest continuously operating large-scale gold mines. To date, it has cumulatively produced over 233 metric tons of gold, making significant contributions to Fiji's national economic and social development. Currently, Vatukoula Mines holds proven reserves of 103 metric tons of gold metal content and exhibits promising exploration prospects. Its holdings of three mining licenses and three exploration licenses cover nearly 700 square kilometers, providing robust resource security for the mine's sustainable development.

Vatukoula Mines operates a complete industrial chain encompassing mining, mineral processing, smelting, equipment maintenance, and power generation facilities. It employs over 1,200 staff, with local workers constituting more than 90% of the workforce. The enterprise provides substantial long-term, stable employment opportunities for surrounding communities while continuously advancing job training and career development to enhance employee skills. Through a scientifically designed promotion mechanism, Vatukoula Mines prioritizes local employees for entry-level and mid-level management positions, actively building a local talent pipeline. Leveraging Zhaojin Group's “Eagle Growth Program,” the company offers outstanding local core employees opportunities for advanced training in China.

In community development, Vatukoula Mines provides diverse services including power supply, water supply, waste management, emergency medical assistance, school construction funding, educational equipment donations, and financial aid for underprivileged students.

As Zhaojin Group's core South Pacific mine, Vatukoula Mines bears a vital role in the Group's global strategy. Zhaojin Group delivers robust financial, technological, and talent support, enabling continuous empowerment in resource development, technological advancement, operational optimization, and workforce cultivation. Vatukoula Mines consistently adheres to lawful and compliant operations, ranking among Fiji's most significant taxpayers. It actively responds to environmental policies and is committed to building a green mine.

Looking ahead, Vatukoula Mines will continue leveraging its synergistic strengths in resources, international management, technology, and talent to become Zhaojin Group's strategic investment, M&A, and mining operations hub in the South Pacific region.

  • 1934
    Company Incorporation
  • 103 tons
    Gold metal content
  • 1200 +
    Current employees

Development History

  • 2025

  • 2013

  • 2007

  • 2006

  • 1934

2025

January Zhaojin Ruining became the controlling shareholder of Zhongrun Resources
July The company officially changes its name to Zhaojin International Gold Co., Ltd.

2013

Zhongrun Resources (now renamed Zhaojin Gold)
acquired a controlling stake in UK-based VATUKOULA GOLD MINES PTE LIMITED and assumed operational control of the mine.

2007

Westech International transferred its mining interests to the UK-based River Diamond.
The company was subsequently renamed Vatukoula Gold Mines PLC.

2006

Australia's Emperor Gold Mines
transferred its mining equity to Australia's Westech International

1934

The Vatukoula Gold Mines commenced operations
becoming one of the earliest large-scale gold mines in the South Pacific region.

Operating Projects

VATUKOULA GOLD MINES PTE LIMITED currently holds three mining licenses and three exploration licenses. Three mining licenses and two exploration licenses are located in the northwest region of Viti Levu, Fiji's largest island, while one exploration license is situated in the southern part of Vanua Levu, the second-largest island. The mining area spans 12.55 square kilometers, and the exploration area covers 680.44 square kilometers.

  • 12.55 km²

    Mining area

  • 680.44 km²

    Exploration area

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