Fatal accident at Largo Inc.’s Brazil chemical plant triggers investigation

Largo Inc., a Canadian vanadium company, announced a tragic accident at its Maracás Menchen Mine’s chemical plant in Bahia State, Brazil on Thursday, July 13, 2023.

The incident unfortunately resulted in the death of an employee, marking a dark day for the company. Another contractor involved in the accident suffered minor injuries and has since been discharged from the hospital.

Following the accident, the critically injured employee was rushed to local medical facilities in Jequié, Bahia State. Despite medical intervention, he was later pronounced deceased. In response to this tragic event, Largo immediately initiated an investigation to understand the circumstances leading to the accident. They are also cooperating with local authorities to ascertain the cause.

The company has expressed its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and co-workers of the deceased. Largo highlighted its nine-year history of excellent safety record, which has been maintained through the application of stringent precautionary methods and preventive measures. As the health and safety of its workforce remains a top priority for the company, it is committed to providing the necessary support to its team during this challenging time.