Cerro Matoso
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Cerro Matoso
Colombia
Cerro Matoso, located in northern Colombia, is an open-cut nickel laterite mine and smelter. It is a major producer of ferronickel, a nickel iron alloy which is used to make stainless steel used in everyday household items.
Cerro Matoso has a long history and has been operating for 40 years. It continues to be an important contributor to the local economy.