Eirik

At Glencore's Nikkelverk facility, Process Metallurgist Eirik applies his scientific expertise to support the production of nickel. 

The Nikkelverk plant in Kristiansand, Norway, has been refining nickel since 1910. Today, it is a leading producer of high-purity nickel, copper, and cobalt. 

With his chemistry and process engineering knowledge, Eirik spends his days working to make Nikkelverk more efficient, monitoring the plant’s consumption of chemicals, and finding new ways to optimise production processes. 

Put simply, "I use chemistry knowledge and process engineering to help Nikkelverk produce nickel in a better way," Eirik explains. 

Operations at Nikkelverk include a complex series of processes, from raw material handling to final product refinement. The facility employs advanced technology, including computerised control systems, to produce approximately 50 product variants, helping Glencore meet demands for the commodities the world needs.

Over the years, Eirik and team have worked to refine Nikkelverk’s processes to improve productivity and product quality. Today Nikkelverk’s operations exemplify the plant’s focus on efficiency, safety, and technical excellence. 

With people like Eirik contributing their expertise, Glencore can continue to responsibly source the commodities that advance everyday life.