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  • The First Mining-Site Digital Product Passport in Turkey

    The First Mining-Site Digital Product Passport in Turkey

    Minespider, a leading traceability and Digital Product Passport (DPP) platform, and TETHYS Trans-Eurasian Gateway, a company specializing in bridging European technologies to mining projects in Turkey and Central Asia, announce the first Digital Product Passport (DPP) implemented at the Çataltepe Mining Project, marking a significant milestone in the digital transformation of the critical minerals sector.

    This is one of the first implementations of the Digital Product Passport in mining sites in Central Asia and Turkiye, which now positions Çataltepe as a pioneering project in the region’s transition toward transparent and traceable critical minerals supply chains.

    Following a collaboration that began in May 2025, the two companies launched a Digital Product Passport (DPP) pilot at the Çataltepe Polymetallic mine located in the Dardanelles (Çanakkale) in Turkey. The traceability project, including capturing and linking data of origin, processing, and ESG indicators, is planned to be introduced across the entire supply chain – from the Çataltepe Mine based in Lapseki, Çanakkale to the Yenice Flotation Plant, and finally to export.

    A New Standard for Critical Minerals Transparency

    The Digital Product Passport is a dynamic digital record that captures verified data across the full lifecycle of a product—from raw material extraction to end-of-life. The system will provide a transparent chain of custody for each shipment of lead concentrate, zinc concentrate and copper concentrate from the Çataltepe polymetallic mine, with the expected volumes of ~15,000 tonnes of ore processed monthly, yielding 1,000–1,200 tonnes of concentrate output. The introduction of Digital Product Passports will consolidate reporting, improve efficiency, and enhance trust with downstream customers and will help to ensure compliance with international regulations such as the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA).

    Driving Accountability Across the Critical Minerals Value Chain

    Digital Product Passports are rapidly becoming a cornerstone of the global transition toward sustainable and accountable supply chains. They enable the collection and sharing of product data across the entire value chain, closing information gaps and enhancing decision-making.

    Leyla Keser, Chairperson of TETHYS, stated:

    “At TETHYS, we define accountability not as an abstract principle, but as a measurable and traceable reality across the entire value chain. With the Çataltepe Digital Product Passport, we are embedding transparency at the very origin of critical minerals—where trust must begin. This is not only a technological milestone, but a strategic step toward aligning our region with global standards, strengthening responsible sourcing, and positioning Greater Central Asia, Türkiye, and the Balkans as reliable and future-ready partners in the global critical minerals supply chain.”

    Nathan Williams, Founder & CEO of Minespider, said:

    “We are entering a new phase where mineral supply chains must be not only efficient, but also transparent and verifiable by design. Each shipment can be traced back to its origin, with verified data on production and ESG parameters. This is a critical step toward enabling trusted, data-driven mineral supply chains that meet emerging regulatory requirements and industry expectations. We are proud that the Çataltepe project creates a new benchmark for sustainable mining projects in the region.”

    About Tethys

    Tethys operates across Greater Central Asia, Türkiye, and the Balkans, focusing on critical minerals, infrastructure, and sustainable value chains. Through its integrated approach, Tethys combines investment, technology, and ESG principles to deliver accountable, scalable, and future-oriented projects across strategic regions.

    https://www.tethysgateway.com/

    About Minespider

    Minespider is a leading European mineral traceability platform, trusted by global companies including Microvast, Renault, Minsur, TEMSA, PTL, Ford Otosan, and Tata Elxsi. Its blockchain-based system provides secure, transparent data sharing across supply chains in Digital Product Passports (DPPs) and Digital Battery Passports (DBPs) to support compliance and sustainability from mine to manufacturer.

    For more information about Minespider, please email marketing@minespider.com or visit our website at www.minespider.com.

  • Minespider and TETHYS Unite to Digitalize Mining Supply Chains in Türkiye and Central Asia

    Minespider and TETHYS Unite to Digitalize Mining Supply Chains in Türkiye and Central Asia

    Berlin/Istanbul, May 12, 2025 – Minespider, a leading traceability and Digital Product Passport (DPP) platform, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with TETHYS Teknoloji, İnovasyon, Danışmanlık ve Ticaret A.Ş., a subsidiary of Luxembourg-based TETHYS Gateway Investment GP specializing in critical raw materials. The collaboration will develop next-generation digital traceability solutions—focusing on Battery Passports, Digital Product Passports, critical raw materials traceability, and comprehensive ESG data systems—across mining operations in Türkiye and Central Asia.

    This partnership combines TETHYS’s extensive engagement in over a dozen mining projects throughout Türkiye, Central Asia, and the Caucasus region with Minespider’s proven expertise in supply chain digitalization. Together, they will pilot end-to-end systems that embed transparent, verifiable data directly into the mineral supply chain, aiming to:

    • Prevent artisanal mining abuses and curb illicit mining activities

    • Reduce the risk of child labour and human rights violations

    • Ensure compliance with evolving European and global regulations

    • Facilitate market access, particularly into the EU’s regulated markets

    Under the MoU, both partners will jointly pursue technology integration, proof-of-concept developments, and coordinated customer outreach. Their deliverables will include web, mobile, and backend applications that enable traceability, automated regulatory reporting, and real-time ESG data collection throughout exploration, extraction, and production phases.

    “We’re thrilled to partner with TETHYS to bring greater transparency and traceability to mineral supply chains in Türkiye and the Central Asian region,” said Nathan Williams, Founder & CEO of Minespider. “As global demand for responsibly sourced minerals continues to grow, ensuring digital proof of origin and ethical practices is no longer optional—it’s a must. Together with TETHYS, we’re building the digital infrastructure that empowers stakeholders with the data they need to make informed, sustainable decisions.”

    “Our partnership with Minespider is focused on a clear objective: ensuring digital product compatibility for the entire mining lifecycle in Türkiye and Central Asia,” added Leyla Keser Berber, Chairperson of TETHYS. “Through advanced traceability and data systems, we aim to eliminate risks such as illegal mining, artisanal mining abuses, and human rights violations—while supporting industrial players in meeting global regulatory standards.”

    Pilot projects and client engagements are slated to begin shortly, positioning the Minespider–TETHYS alliance as a pioneer in the digital transformation of mining ecosystems across the region.

    Key Facts

    • Türkiye’s mineral diversity: Home to 70 types of natural resources, 60 of which are actively traded internationally.

    • Central Asia’s critical minerals:

      • 38.6 % of global manganese ore

      • 30.07 % of chromium

      • 20 % of lead

      • 12.6 % of zinc

      • 8.7 % of titanium

    • EU regulatory framework: Minerals exported to Europe must comply with the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA), Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), Conflict Minerals Regulation, Battery Regulation, and more.

    About the Companies

    Minespider
    A global traceability platform, Minespider offers Digital Product Passports—digital IDs that carry key data across supply chains. Its clients include Tata Elxsi, Ford Otosan, Renault, Minsur, Luna Smelter, and TEMSA.

    TETHYS Teknoloji, İnovasyon, Danışmanlık ve Ticaret A.Ş.
    Headquartered in Istanbul, TETHYS specializes in critical raw materials, mining innovation, and supply chain digitalization. Its portfolio spans exploration to investment structuring for clients like CVK Mining, Tamer Mining, and Marmotek. TETHYS also facilitates European funding partnerships in sustainability and responsible sourcing.