The Chromium Resources of Albania

During the past three decades Albania has been a major world source of chromite-in terms of both mine production and exports. However, the recent steep decline in Albania's production and export of chromite and ferrochromium has raised the question of the country's future status as a supplier of these commodities to the world market. This report describes the salient characteristics of Albania's chromium resources; examines the raw material base, mining and processing facilities, foreign trade, and programs controlling their development; and assesses future development prospects for the industry.