GMRG

About GMRG

Guria Mineral Resources Group (GMRG) operates the Askana-group bentonite deposit at Tsikhisubani and supplies high-quality natural bentonite from local production.

Tsikhisubani — the Askana-group deposit

The deposit sits in the Guria region of western Georgia, in Ozurgeti municipality, close to the Black Sea coast and within efficient distance of Poti and Batumi ports. It is one of the most significant bentonite deposits in Georgia, characterized by high montmorillonite content and low iron oxide levels — properties particularly valued by foundry and cat litter producers. Reserves are indicative; full third-party resource assessment is a roadmap item.

Production history

Industrial bentonite mining at the Askana-group deposit began in 1946 and continues today.

Certification

GMRG is working toward third-party certification of its grades against the relevant international standards. Certifications will be listed here as they are obtained. We do not state certifications we do not hold.

Production & export

GMRG has exported bentonite products to countries around the world from 1946 to the present day.

Our history

The Askana-group deposit, from discovery to today.

  1. 1913

    The first bentonite deposits are discovered in Georgia.

  2. 1946

    Industrial extraction begins at the Askana–Mtispiri deposit.

  3. 1950–1960

    Expansion of the plant and development of production infrastructure.

  4. 1960–1980

    The peak period of production.

  5. 1980–1990

    Supply of product to industrial enterprises across the Soviet Union.

  6. 1991–1995

    Operations at the plant are suspended.

  7. Since 2010

    Phased recovery of the deposit's resources and a new stage of modern development.

Work with us

We are glad to answer your technical questions and provide product samples, and we welcome long-term supply discussions.

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