BHP Group Limited, originally founded as the Broken Hill Proprietary Company in 1885, is an Australian multinational mining and metals corporation and the largest mining company in the world. The company started with the discovery of silver deposits in Broken Hill, New South Wales, and has since expanded into various base metals and minerals. BHP is headquartered in Melbourne and London and has a strong history of growth through strategic acquisitions and innovation.

BHP's core business focuses on the extraction and processing of a wide range of commodities, including iron ore, coal, copper, petroleum, and natural gas. The company also produces other minerals like manganese and nickel. In addition to mining, BHP operates integrated steelworks and provides logistics services, including shipping fleets and coal collieries. Its products serve a diverse customer base, including steel manufacturers and energy producers across global markets in Asia, Europe, and the Americas.