Mining in Finland
Finland's mining history dates back to the 16th Century with the first extraction of iron ore. Through subsequent years, the country became a significant producer of copper, nickel, cobalt, zinc, lead and iron. Over 270 mines have operated in Finland, and it has gained a world-wide reputation for its metallurgical technology and mining equipment manufacturing. Mines operating today produce copper, nickel, gold, silver, zinc, and chromium, plus a variety of industrial minerals.
