Company DescriptionTeck Resources Ltd. is a diversified resource company, which engages in the mining and mineral development of copper, steelmaking coal, zinc, and energy properties. The firm also produces germanium and indium. It operates through the following business segments: Steelmaking Coal, Copper, Zinc, Energy, and Corporate. The Steelmaking Coal segment exports steelmaking coal. The Copper segment produces copper in Canada, Chile, Peru, North America, and South America. The Zinc segment operates fully integrated zinc, lead smelting, and refining facilities. The Energy segment covers the oil sands mining and processing operations. The Corporate segment provides administrative, technical, financial, and other support to all of the business units. The company was founded on September 24, 1951 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
How the Company Makes MoneyTeck Resources generates revenue primarily through the extraction, production, and sale of base metals and coal. The company's key revenue streams include the sale of copper concentrates, metallurgical coal, and refined zinc products. Copper is a major driver of revenue, benefiting from its wide application in electrical equipment and construction. Metallurgical coal is sold to steel manufacturers worldwide, while zinc is supplied to galvanizing and alloy production industries. Teck Resources also has investments in energy assets, contributing to its financial performance. The company leverages long-term contracts and spot market sales to optimize its earnings, with partnerships in joint ventures and collaborations with other mining entities playing a significant role in its operational success.