It is the first bauxite deposit discovered in the Center-West of Brazil.
The ore outcrops in great extension, in an accessible and geologically known area.
The research done testified expressive reserves of bauxite with high quality, able to be applied in many different uses.

Comprising lateritic deposits, the bauxite present in the Zona da Mata region (state of Minas Gerais ) have a low exploitation costs.

New investments in energy generation have raised the attractiveness of the implementation of an integrated project of mine and metallurgic plant, for the production of metallic aluminum in the area.

In the state of Bahia is the Paulo Afonso Plant Complex, which has the largest installed capacity among the plants in Brazil. Thus, enabling the creation of a local aluminum refining process.

The generation of local electricity and the prospect of implementing a new railway benefit the Rio Doce Project.
The expectation of implantation of an alumina plant by the Curimbaba group in Manhuaçu-MG, also makes it possible to sell bauxite ex-works, making the project feasible even with low investments.

Part of Cone's investments in the Zona da Mata region, the Miraí Project is located close to the main bauxite mines in the state.
The Project benefits from the proximity of the Ormeo Junqueira Botelho SHP in Muriaé.