Orica

Orica is a multinational corporation headquartered in Australia that provides commercial explosives and blasting systems to the mining, quarrying, oil and gas, and construction industries. The company was founded in 1874 as Jones, Scott & Co. and has grown through a series of mergers and acquisitions to become one of the world's largest suppliers of explosives. Orica operates in over 100 countries and employs thousands of people globally. Its product portfolio includes a wide range of explosives, initiating systems, and related blasting technologies, designed to enhance safety and efficiency in resource extraction and infrastructure development. The company also offers a suite of digital solutions and services aimed at optimizing blasting outcomes and improving operational performance for its customers. Orica is committed to sustainability and invests in research and development to create more environmentally responsible products and processes. The company is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange.