Metso delivers energy-efficient Vertimill grinding mills to a DR grade iron ore project
18 February 2026
Metso has secured an order worth over EUR 10 million for several Vertimill® 4500 grinding mills for a Direct Reduction grade iron ore project, booked in Q1 2026. The mills reduce energy use and operating costs through their vertical design, while ensuring consistent particle size for high-quality steel pellets, supporting efficient and sustainable processing.
Metso has been awarded an order for multiple Vertimill® 4500 grinding mills for a Direct Reduction (DR) grade iron ore project. The order, valued at over EUR 10 million, has been recorded in the Minerals segment’s orders received for the first quarter of 2026.
The Vertimill grinding mills offer significant advantages for iron ore projects. Their vertical design helps minimize energy consumption and operational costs, while also delivering consistent particle size distribution, which is essential for producing high-quality pellets for steel production. This Metso Plus technology is an optimal choice for projects focused on sustainability and high-performance processing.
Find out more about Metso’s Vertimill technology on our website.
Further information:
Alan Boylston, Vice President, Stirred Mills, tel. +41 79 293 01 66, email: alan.boylston(at)metso.com
Metso Media Desk, tel. +358 20 482 1930, email: media(at)metso.com
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