- Best ever second quarter mined metal production
- Highest ever mined metal production at 523,000 t in H1FY’26
Hindustan Zinc Limited (HZL), the world’s largest integrated zinc producer, announced strong operational performance for the second quarter and first half of FY26, with record mined metal production.
In Q2 FY26, HZL achieved its best-ever second-quarter mined metal production at 258,000 t, up 1% year-on-year. Refined zinc output stood at 202,000 t, registering a 2% Y-o-Y rise and remaining flat sequentially, in line with plant availability and scheduled maintenance. However, refined lead production declined 29% Y-o-Y to 45,000 t, while silver output also fell 22% Y-o-Y to 144 tonnes, impacted by lower lead volumes.
For H1 FY26, the company delivered its highest-ever mined metal production of 523,000 t, supported by improved ore grades and higher recoveries. Refined metal output, however, dipped 5% Y-o-Y to 496,000 t due to plant availability constraints. Silver production stood at 293 tonnes, reflecting lower silver-bearing input from the SK mine.
HZL continues to strengthen its leadership in the zinc market, supplying over 40 countries and holding a commanding 77% share in India’s primary zinc market. The company has also advanced sustainability efforts, introducing EcoZen, Asia’s first low-carbon zinc, with a carbon footprint nearly 75% lower than the global industry average. Recognized as the world’s most sustainable company in metals and mining by S&P Global for two consecutive years, HZL remains committed to achieving Net Zero by 2050.
As an energy transition metals company, Hindustan Zinc is well-positioned to drive the global shift toward sustainable infrastructure and green technologies.
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