6- Non-Metal Minerals In recent years exploitation of Iran's mines has played a significant role in the development of a few other industries, particularly that of cement production Many enormous cement production plants are being built most of which shall begin production in 1996. This promises great future achievements in the construction industry, and in exports. Cement; decorative construction stones such as marble; gypsum; certain bricks etc are the main mineral-based products that will remarkably boost Iran's construction industry. The non-metal mining industry providesjobs for about 56 thousand people. Seventeen projects with a total production capacity of 11 million tons a year, are built pointing to a bright future. During the years 1994-1995, respectively, 29 and 21 projects were completed and began production.
Mineral Ores
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