According to Mining News Pro - In an online meeting with the presence of Khodadad Gharibpour, directing manager of IMIDRO, Mihdco and Iran Alumina Co. earned the bronze statue of mining productivity award. Also Nicico received the mining and metal industry special economic zone award and Darab Cement Company announced as the 5-star pioneer company.

4-star pioneer companies are New Pars Cement Company, Golgohar mining and industrial Company, Moute gold complex and Sangan Iron ore complex.

IMPASCO, Central Alborz Coke company, Azerbaijan Steel Co., Iran Babak Copper company (IBCCO), Khaash Cement Co., Iran Central Plateau Iron Ore Co., Ghatran Zarand Coking and Refining Co., Boutia Steel Co, and Angouran Lead and Zinc companies are 3-star pioneers.