Dewatered Hydraulic Stacking (HDS) – El Soldado

The Dewatered Hydraulic Stacking (HDS) project at Anglo American’s El Soldado operation introduces an innovative tailings disposal system designed to significantly reduce water consumption and enhance operational safety. The technology enables up to approximately 80% water recovery directly from the tailings, while improving surface compaction, stability, and environmental remediation performance. Implemented under Anglo American’s FutureSmart Mining™ framework, the project positions El Soldado as a global innovation hub for sustainable tailings management solutions.