The resource Britain needs. Right here in Devon.
Tungsten West plc are a mining development company focused on restarting the world class Hemerdon Tungsten mine located in South Devon, UK.
A future that starts with the people who call this place home.
Tungsten West Plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market. We own and operate the Hemerdon Mine at Drakelands, South Devon – one of the world's largest non-Chinese tungsten resources - and we're bringing it back into full production.
We're creating hundreds of skilled jobs across the Southwest, supplying the UK with a critical mineral the world urgently needs, and building something this region can be proud of for generations.
Unlock the Future of Tungsten
Explore how Tungsten West is positioning itself as a key supplier of critical minerals. Discover the project’s economics, sustainability strategy, and growth potential.
The geology was settled millions of years ago. The rest is settled now too. Permits, infrastructure, feasibility, team. Hemerdon is ready.
Tungsten has the highest melting point of any known element, the tensile strength no other metal can match, and a list of critical applications that only gets longer.
Over 80% of global tungsten supply has historically come from China. In 2025, China became a net importer. The concentration that made the market vulnerable is now making it critical.
As China's export position shrinks, Western manufacturers, defence contractors, and governments are actively looking for reliable sovereign supply. The market is repricing. The timing for Hemerdon has never been better.
This isn't just about what comes out of the ground. It's about what goes back into the community.
Over 300 direct roles spanning nine sectors, recruited locally wherever possible, with serious investment in training and clear pathways for progression. These are careers, not contracts.
Continuous monitoring of water, dust, noise, and groundwater. A fully funded £13.2 million restoration bond. 42,000 trees being planted across the site. We're held to a high standard, and we hold ourselves to a higher one.
We've been part of the communities around Hemerdon since 2019, and we intend to stay that way. We maintain a presence at three parish councils, support local causes, and prioritise local suppliers.
Be here from day one.
A mine moving from construction to full production. The kind of experience most careers never offer. We're hiring people who want to build something real.
From drilling and blasting to finance, environment, and community relations, Tungsten West is building a team that covers every part of a major mining operation. There's a place here for a wide range of backgrounds and skill sets.
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Whether you're looking to invest in a world-class mineral asset or build a career in the heart of Devon, there's a place for you in the Hemerdon story.
