Hindustan Zinc Partners with World’s Deepest Marathon in Sweden’s Garpenberg Mine

With just two days remaining, excitement is mounting for the World’s Deepest Marathon, an extraordinary sporting event set to take place 1,120 metres below sea level in Boliden’s Garpenberg zinc mine in Sweden, one of the world’s most advanced mining facilities.

A 30-second teaser film has been released to offer a glimpse of the challenge ahead. Hindustan Zinc, the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and among the top five global silver producers, is the official partner for this record-breaking event.

On October 25, 60 runners from 18 countries, including CEOs, mining leaders, charity representatives, and amateur athletes, will participate in this once-in-a-lifetime marathon. Testing both physical endurance and mental resilience, participants aim to raise $1 million for charity, showcasing the spirit of challenge, unity, and purpose that defines this unprecedented race.

Arun Misra, CEO, Hindustan Zinc, shared his excitement for this groundbreaking collaboration, saying, “At Hindustan Zinc, we believe that true strength lies in challenging limits – whether it’s in human potential, safety excellence, or technological innovation. The World’s Deepest Marathon represents the spirit of perseverance and progress that defines modern mining. As part of ICMM and a global leader in sustainable mining, we are proud to support this extraordinary initiative that not only tests endurance but also underscores the transformation and safety standards shaping our industry today. I am personally thrilled to join my global peers on this remarkable run, a powerful symbol of unity, resilience, and shared commitment to redefining the future of mining.”

The company’s association with this event builds on its commitment to sports, fitness, and community well-being. Earlier this year, Hindustan Zinc successfully hosted the second edition Vedanta Zinc City Half Marathon in Udaipur, attracting more than 7,000 participants to promote fitness, inclusion, and supporting the cause of #RunForZeroHunger by Nandghar, An Anil Agarwal Foundation initiative.

Through initiatives like the Zinc Football Academy (AIFF 3-Star Accredited), India’s first residential tech-driven girls academy – Zinc Football Girls Academy, and the AIFF Zinc Blue Cubs League, the company is nurturing grassroots talent, creating opportunities for young athletes, including girls and community players, and building strong local sports ecosystems that inspire teamwork, fitness, and community progress.

Through the participation in the World’s Deepest Marathon, Hindustan Zinc continues to champion global collaborations that celebrate human resilience and sustainable progress, both above and below the ground.