Weir is a global engineering company founded in 1871 in Glasgow, Scotland, and now operates across more than 60 countries with a workforce of 12,000 employees. Listed on the London Stock Exchange as a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index, the company specialises in mining technology and equipment designed to improve operational efficiency and sustainability in minerals extraction and processing.
The company's core offering comprises pumps, valves, cyclones, and minerals processing equipment engineered for the most demanding mining applications. These products form part of a comprehensive portfolio that addresses fluid handling, minerals processing, and materials handling across the sector. Weir's technical expertise spans mining technology, materials science, intelligent automation, and minerals processing, enabling the delivery of end-to-end solutions tailored to customer requirements.
Weir's business is structured around helping mining operators work more efficiently - moving less rock, consuming less energy, using water wisely, and generating less waste. The company's engineering capabilities and global operational footprint position it to support both established mining operations and the extraction of critical minerals essential to the renewable energy transition.