Latest Copper Mining News

AIC Mines has confirmed high-grade copper mineralisation continuity at the Jericho deposit’s Jolly shoot, with early access expected by March 2026, potentially fast-tracking production growth.

Rio Tinto reported robust third quarter 2025 production results, highlighted by record outputs in bauxite and copper, and an upgraded bauxite production forecast. Key projects like Simandou and Oyu Tolgoi continue to progress on schedule, underpinning the company’s growth trajectory.

MAC Copper Limited’s shares will be suspended from trading following court approval of its acquisition by Harmony Gold, marking a significant shift in ownership for the copper miner.

Mount Hope Mining has identified compelling new drill targets at its Mt Hope Project in NSW, following a detailed electromagnetic survey. The company plans a targeted drilling campaign later this year to test these promising zones.

Kuniko Limited has completed the earn-in agreement to acquire up to 70% of the Commonwealth Gold-Silver Project in NSW’s Lachlan Fold Belt, with drilling set to commence soon. This milestone expands Kuniko’s portfolio of strategic minerals critical to the energy transition.

Investigator Resources has secured $10 million through a strategic placement to accelerate development and exploration of its flagship Paris Silver Project, aiming to bring forward silver production and expand drilling across key targets.

Antares Metals has identified several high-grade uranium prospects at its Mt Isa North Project, with surface samples reaching nearly 2,000 ppm U3O8 and plans underway for maiden drilling at Queens Gift.

Cobre Limited has demonstrated the technical viability of its integrated In-Situ Copper Recovery process at the Ngami Copper Project, producing high-quality copper cathode in bench-scale tests. This milestone paves the way for pilot studies and environmental permitting.

Caravel Minerals has released its first comprehensive Sustainability Report for fiscal 2025, detailing ambitious ESG initiatives and a clear roadmap toward net-zero emissions for its Caravel Copper Project in Western Australia.

Eagle Mountain Mining Limited has dismissed any undisclosed price-sensitive information following a sharp rise in its share price, attributing the movement to external market events and ongoing strategic negotiations.

Encounter Resources has announced an initial inferred copper resource of 2.9 million tonnes at 0.8% copper at its Yeneena Project in Western Australia, highlighting the potential of the extensive Parbo copper system and setting the stage for further drilling in 2026.

AuKing Mining’s latest airborne survey at its Myoff Creek project in British Columbia reveals promising extensions of niobium and rare earth mineralisation, setting the stage for expanded exploration.