Sandpiper mine

The Sandpiper mine is a Namibian planned mining development located 120 kilometres (75 mi) south-west off the coast of the harbour town of Walvis Bay. Sandpiper represents one of the largest phosphate reserves in Namibia, having estimated reserves of 1.82 billion tonnes of ore grading 19.5% P₂O₅.^[1] Although phosphate mining is controversial in Namibia because of its potential impact on the fishing industry,^[2][3] the mining license was granted in 2011.^[4]

Sandpiper mine

Location
Sandpiper mine
Location	Walvis Bay
Region	Erongo Region
Country	Namibia
Coordinates	24°S 14°E
Production
Products	Phosphates
Owner
Company	Namibian Marine Phosphate (NMP)

The mine is owned by Namibian Marine Phosphate, a subsidiary of Mawarid Mining LLC which is owned by Omani billionaire Mohammed Al Barwani.^[5]