Our Capabilities

End-to-End Metal Trading Solutions

Parthena SA offers a comprehensive suite of services covering the entire non-ferrous metal trading lifecycle. From identifying and securing sources in diverse global markets to ensuring efficient logistics and facilitating complex financial structures, we provide reliable, end-to-end solutions for producers, traders, and consumers.

Global Metal Sourcing

Global Sourcing & Procurement

Leveraging decades of experience and strong local relationships, we specialize in originating a wide variety of non-ferrous metals and concentrates directly from source.

Our primary sourcing regions include South America (Chile, Peru, Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia), Africa (DRC, Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa, EAC, Libya), and Central Asia (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Iraq). We work closely with registered mines and suppliers adhering to ESG standards.

Key Sourcing Areas

  • Copper (Concentrates, Cement, Cathodes, Blister)
  • Manganese Ores (Various Grades)
  • Zinc & Lead Concentrates
  • Antimony (Concentrates, Trioxide, Metal, Ores)
  • PGMs, Chromite, Iron Ore, Tin
  • Specialty Metals (Coltan, Lithium, Wolframite, Beryllium - EAC Focus)
  • Primary Aluminium & Alloys
  • Other materials including Ferro Chrome & Yellow Cake
Global Logistics Network

Logistics & Global Distribution

We manage the seamless movement of materials from origin to destination markets worldwide. Our experienced team handles the complexities of international shipping, documentation, and customs clearance.

Partnering with internationally recognized logistics providers (like AGL and Maersk in key hubs like Kampala), we ensure efficient, secure, and timely delivery to traders and industrial consumers across the globe, adhering to robust ESG protocols throughout the supply chain.

Logistics Capabilities

  • End-to-End Supply Chain Management
  • Partnerships with Leading Global Logistics Firms
  • Expertise in International Documentation & Customs
  • Multi-modal Transport Solutions (Sea, Land, Air)
  • Focus on Secure and Timely Delivery
  • Adherence to ESG Standards in Logistics
Metal Market Expertise

Market Expertise & Intelligence

With over 100 years of collective management experience and a deep presence in key markets, Parthena SA possesses significant market intelligence across the non-ferrous metals sector.

We continuously monitor supply/demand dynamics, pricing trends, geopolitical factors, and regulatory changes impacting the industry. This internal expertise informs our trading strategies and allows us to navigate market complexities effectively for ourselves and our partners.

Areas of Insight

  • Deep Understanding of Sourcing Regions
  • Knowledge of Specific Metal Market Dynamics
  • Insights into Logistics & Financing Trends
  • Monitoring of Geopolitical & Regulatory Impacts
  • Experience Across Base, Minor & Specialty Metals
  • Focus on Emerging Trends (e.g., Battery Metals in EAC)
Trade Finance Solutions

Trade Finance Facilitation

Successfully executing international commodity trades often hinges on robust financial structuring. Parthena SA has extensive experience in facilitating transactions through various trade finance instruments.

We work with financial institutions capable of handling documentary credits and other instruments essential for securing supply chains and mitigating counterparty risk. Our expertise helps ensure smooth financial flows for complex, cross-border deals.

Financial Structuring Expertise

  • Handling of Transferable Letters of Credit (L/Cs)
  • Utilization of Stand-by Letters of Credit (SBLCs - Non-First Demand)
  • Processing Bank Comfort Letters (BCLs)
  • Experience with Sight & Term L/Cs
  • Structuring Back-to-Back Trades (e.g., for CAD terms)
  • Facilitating Payment Flows between Buyers and Sellers

Frequently Asked Questions

What specific non-ferrous metals do you primarily trade?

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We handle a wide range, including:

  • Copper (Concentrates, Cathodes, Blister, Cement)
  • Manganese Ores
  • Zinc & Lead Concentrates
  • Antimony (Concentrates, Trioxide, Metal, Ores)
  • Chromite, Iron Ore (53%), Tin Metal
  • Aluminium (Primary & Alloys)
  • Specialty/Minor Metals: Columbite, Tantalite, Lithium, Wolframite, Beryllium (esp. from EAC)
  • PGMs (from Colombia), High Carbon Ferro Chrome, Yellow Cake

Where are your main sourcing regions?

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Our primary sourcing activities are focused on:

  • South America: Chile, Peru, Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia
  • Africa: DRC, Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa, EAC (Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania), Libya
  • Central Asia: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Iraq

We also source Tin from Singapore. Activities in Russia/Ukraine are currently suspended.

How does Parthena SA ensure responsible sourcing (ESG)?

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ESG is integral to our operations. We ensure responsibility by:

  • Working only with suppliers who are registered and possess valid permits/licenses.
  • Partnering with internationally recognized logistics companies bound by their own ESG standards.
  • Explicitly avoiding sourcing from conflict areas like Eastern DRC, focusing on verified non-conflict zones (e.g., Katanga DRC, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania).
  • Auditing and certifying ASM cooperatives we work with annually (where applicable for minor metals).
  • Implementing community give-back programs, providing equipment and daily necessities (including agricultural products) to support local development and equitable trade.

What kind of trade finance instruments do you handle?

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We are experienced in facilitating trades using various instruments essential for international commodity flows, including:

  • Transferable Letters of Credit (L/Cs)
  • Transferable Stand-by Letters of Credit (SBLCs) - deliverable upon proof of delivery, not first demand guarantees.
  • Bank Comfort Letters (BCLs)
  • Sight and Term L/Cs
  • Structuring back-to-back transactions

Our ability to manage these instruments is key to maintaining consistent supply chains, especially for larger ore and concentrate deliveries.

What is Parthena SA's current development focus?

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Our newest strategic efforts are concentrated in the East African Community (EAC), particularly Uganda. This region is vital for the future supply of battery, semiconductor, and specialty alloy metals required for the global energy transition.

Our focus includes:

  • Developing local production capacities for metals like Tantalum, Niobium, Beryllium, Tungsten, Copper, and Lithium in non-conflict settings.
  • Establishing initial processing capabilities using modern technology (e.g., CVMR vaporization).
  • Consolidating supply chains with partners like AGL and Maersk Logistics.
  • Achieving these goals within a three-year timeframe while adhering to sustainable ESG principles.

Discuss Your Metal Trading Needs

Contact our experienced team today to explore how Parthena SA can support your sourcing, logistics, or trade finance requirements.

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