Who we are

Since the start in 1890, north Sweden has been LKAB’s home base. Our identity is rooted in Malmfälten (“the Ore Fields”) – or more specifically in our mines in Kiruna and Gällivare.

We welcome challenges

We are working hard and together towards a sustainable future, without forgetting who we are and where we come from.

Our ways of working

We are committed to delivering value to all our customers.

We are innovative spirits who always strive for improvement.

We take reponsibility for building a sustainable future.

The world is our workplace

We live and work in countries like Sweden, USA, Norway, UK, the Netherlands and Germany.

Our world

On a personal level

We might work together as one, but we are also 4,500 individuals with different backgrounds and incentives.

Our people

What we believe in

Our values - committed, innovative and responsible – are the foundation of everything we do.

Man i arbetskläder, framför en maskin, under jord.

What we do

LKAB sells iron ore, minerals and special products, develops communities and leads a transformation.

Our organisation

LKAB is wholly-owned by the Swedish state and split into two divisions, Iron Ore and Special Products.

Looking for sustainable people

We will make our industries sustainable. To succeed, we need people and suppliers who want to be part of the solution.

Work with us

Life in our regions

The future is in North Sweden and our other regions, with safe jobs and great life quality.

Our places

Gammalt gruvområde i Masugnsbyn. Foto: John-Eric Gustafsson (cc by 4.0)

Once upon a time

LKAB was founded in 1890, but the history of our mines began in 1642 with Lasun Lassi, Axel Oxenstierna and a black stone.

Our history

Our subsidiaries

Berg & Betong

A complete industrial partner offering tailor-made contracts for the mining and construction industries.

Fastigheter

We meet the need for housing and premises for people and organisations in mainly Kiruna and Gällivare municipalities.

Kimit

One of Sweden’s largest single explosives manufacturers, which accounts for about a third of Sweden’s total production.

Mekaniska

A complete partner for steel construction and machining.

Minerals

We supply raw materials to various markets, from agriculture to industrial coating and construction.

Wassara

We develop, manufacture and sell water-powered drilling systems for surface and underground drilling.

Contact us

Do you need to reach someone specific or have questions regarding what we do? Here is information on how to get in touch with us on all our locations.