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Ndola Lime Company (Zambia)

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The Ndola Lime Company (NDLC) is Zambia's oldest and most prominent lime producer, playing an indispensable role in supporting the nation's vital mining industry. Founded in 1931, the company is situated in the Masaiti District, near the industrial hub of Ndola in the Copperbelt Province. Limestone and its derivatives are essential for copper extraction, serving as a flux in smelting processes and as a neutralizing agent for acidic effluents in mining operations. NDLC operates extensive limestone quarries and sophisticated calcination plants, including two large rotary kilns for the production of quicklime. Over the decades, the company has undergone various ownership changes and is currently majority-owned by the state investment holding ZCCM-IH. Despite increasing competition from new market entrants, NDLC remains the strategic primary supplier for major mining firms across the Copperbelt. The facility not only bolsters the industrial value chain but also stands as a key employer in the Masaiti region.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Apr, Aug, Sep.

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📋 Practical info

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What is this place?
Ndola Lime Company is the leading producer of quicklime and limestone in Zambia. Its plant supplies essential raw materials to the construction, mining, and agricultural sectors.
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Visiting
The quarry and processing facilities are generally not open to visitors. The site can be observed from the surrounding roads.
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Where to view it
From the public road network, one has a good view of the limestone quarries and white spoil heaps. The view is particularly impressive from the main road north of the plant.
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Local products
The main products here are quicklime and ground limestone. These are used in construction, water treatment, and agriculture.
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Active season
Limestone extraction and processing take place year-round. Production is continuous, so plant activity can be observed in any season.
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Nearby
The plant is located near the city of Ndola, which has further industrial sights. A visit can be combined with a trip to the nearby Dag Hammarskjöld Memorial.

Geography

Coordinates
-13.06420, 28.69470

Facts

  • Ndola Lime Company was established in 1931.
  • The company is based in the Masaiti District.
  • It is majority-owned by the state-run ZCCM-IH holding.
  • Operates two large rotary kilns for lime production.
  • Primary supplier of fluxing agents to Zambian copper smelters.
  • Limestone is extracted from local open-cast quarries.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Ndola Lime Company produce?
The company produces lime products for the mining and construction industries.
Where is the lime plant located?
It is located in Ndola, one of the largest cities in the Copperbelt.
Can you visit the plant?
No, it is an industrial site without visitor access.
What is Ndola as a city?
Ndola is an important commercial and industrial hub of Zambia.
What is worth seeing in Ndola?
Visit the local markets or the Dag Hammarskjöld Memorial.
Ndola Lime Company: where is it located?
Ndola Lime Company is located in Zambia.
Ndola Lime Company: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Apr, Aug, Sep.
Ndola Lime Company: why is it worth visiting?
The Ndola Lime Company (NDLC) is Zambia's oldest and most prominent lime producer, playing an indispensable role in supporting the nation's vital mining industry.
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