What We Do

 

Captain’s Mines & Minerals Ltd. supplies premium antimony ore from Pakistan to industrial clients, smelters, and distributors across North America, Europe, and Asia. We deliver verified quality, transparent transactions, and on-time shipments, giving you the confidence to stay ahead in the competitive antimony market. With advanced XRF verification, global logistics expertise, and sustainable practices, we are your trusted partner for reliable supply when it matters most.

Where We Do It

Recent geological assessments have identified the Deosai region in Gilgit-Baltistan as rich in copper, lead, and antimony deposits. 

 
The Stak Nala pegmatite zone in Gilgit-Baltistan has been recognized as the type locality for the rare antimony-bearing mineral billwiseite. 

The Shimshal Valley has exceptionally rich antimony ore (Stibnite Sb) that cannot be matched anywhere in Pakistan.

What We Supply & Why

This image shows shiny metallic ore specimens that appear to be stibnite, which is the primary ore mineral of antimony (Sb).

Key characteristics visible in the image:

  • Metallic, silver-gray luster

  • Elongated, striated crystal habit

  • Brittle, crystalline texture typical of stibnite

Stibnite is commonly used for producing antimony for flame retardants, alloys, batteries, and semiconductors.

Pakistan is increasingly important for the global antimony supply due to a combination of geological, economic, and strategic factors:

1. Rich Geological Deposits

  • Pakistan has significant antimony-bearing ore deposits, particularly stibnite (Sb₂S₃), which is the main source of antimony.

  • Key regions include Gilgit-Baltistan (Shimshal Valley, Stak Nala pegmatites) and parts of Balochistan.

  • These deposits are often high-grade, meaning they contain a higher percentage of antimony compared to other global sources.

2. Limited Global Supply

  • Antimony is a critical metal with a small number of major producers globally (China dominates ~80–90% of production, followed by Russia, Tajikistan, and Bolivia).

  • Because supply is concentrated, any new source is strategically important to diversify supply chains. Pakistan’s deposits provide an alternative to China, helping reduce dependency risks for industrial consumers.

3. Strategic Location

  • Pakistan’s proximity to China, the Middle East, and Europe makes it attractive for trade and export.

  • Improved infrastructure in northern regions (roads, power, and logistics corridors) supports mining operations.

4. Industrial and Military Importance

  • Antimony is used in flame retardants, lead-acid batteries, alloys, and munitions.

  • Countries looking to secure non-China-dependent supply chains for strategic materials see Pakistan as a viable source.

5. Untapped Potential

  • Many of Pakistan’s deposits are underexplored or underexploited, meaning production could increase significantly with investment and technology.

  • Local mining companies and foreign investors are showing interest, which could make Pakistan a major player in the next decade.

In short: Pakistan matters for antimony because it has high-grade, underutilized deposits in a strategically located region, offering an alternative to China and helping diversify global supply chains.