Zinc mines are recovering from the impacts of COVID-19, according to UK-based GlobalData, with production expected to recover by 5.2% in 2021 to reach 12.8 million t.

The company notes that production declined by approximately 5.9% to 12.1 million t in 2020, mainly due to COVID-19 related lockdowns and restrictions. However, looking ahead, the company suggests that zinc production over the forecast period (2021-2025) is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 2.1% to reach 13.9 million t in 2025.