Latest Copper Development News

Havilah Resources has struck a binding deal with Heavy Rare Earths, granting earn-in rights to its Prospect Hill tin project with a $1.5 million exploration commitment over three years. The arrangement allows Havilah to focus on its copper assets while retaining significant upside exposure.

Norfolk Metals advances its Carmen Copper Project in Chile with a newly granted drill permit and a firm $3.5 million capital raise, positioning the company for a maiden drilling campaign targeting significant copper mineralisation.

Askari Metals revisits historic drilling data revealing significant high-grade copper mineralisation at its Nejo Gold Project in Ethiopia, setting the stage for modern exploration efforts.

Askari Metals has identified significant high-grade copper mineralisation in historic drilling at its newly acquired Nejo Gold Project in Ethiopia, revealing promising exploration upside in a prolific mineral belt.

Prospect Resources has released compelling metallurgical test results from its Mumbezhi Copper Project in Zambia, demonstrating robust, high-grade copper concentrates and strong recoveries that support plans for a central processing hub.

New World Resources has secured a crucial environmental permit for its Antler Copper Project in Arizona, accelerating its path toward construction. This milestone reflects strong state support and positions the company to begin building later in 2025.

Greatland Resources Limited is set to list on the ASX following a corporate reorganisation, showcasing robust production at its Telfer gold-copper mine and advancing development at the Havieron project.

Pivotal Metals has successfully extended the shallow mineralisation strike at its Horden Lake project in Quebec by 500 metres, confirming continuity and higher-grade zones through its 2025 step-out drilling program. The results also validate electromagnetic surveys as a powerful exploration tool, revealing multiple undrilled targets.

Aurelia Metals has released its FY26 production, cost, and capital guidance alongside an aspirational outlook for FY27 and FY28, highlighting key operational shifts and investment in the Cobar region.

Canterbury Resources is set to drill a 900m deep hole at its Briggs copper project, testing a high-priority geophysical target that could reveal richer copper zones. Supported by a government grant, this move coincides with a scoping study aiming to unlock one of Australia’s largest undeveloped copper deposits.

Norfolk Metals has cleared all hurdles to begin Stage 1 of its earn-in agreement for the Carmen Copper Project in Chile, committing $3 million over three years to secure a 70% stake. The company has also completed a key share issuance following shareholder approval.

Melody Gold has exercised its option to process gold surface materials at Horseshoe Metals’ Horseshoe Lights project, initiating a three-year exclusive licence that promises early cash flow to accelerate copper development.