Grupo Avante is a Brazilian business group based in Vale do Sereno, Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, focusing on mining and logistics. The company operates through three main subsidiaries: GSM Mineração, Ferro Puro Mineração, and GSS, with operational units in Nova Lima, Barão de Cocais, Itabirito, and Santa Bárbara. The group manages iron ore mining operations, including the Várzea do Lopes mine in Itabirito, which it acquired from Gerdau. Grupo Avante is committed to sustainable development, emphasizing the importance of its employees, environmental responsibility, and community engagement. The organization values ethics, respect, and transparency in its operations, aiming to foster positive relationships with local communities. The leadership team includes co-founders Peter Adams and Harry Septem, along with a group of skilled executives in various key roles.