Latest Copper Mining News

Rio Tinto delivered a standout 2025 with an 8% rise in copper equivalent production, record iron ore output in the Pilbara, and key milestones like the first shipment from Simandou port. The company met or exceeded its guidance while advancing major projects across its portfolio.

American West Metals has announced a significant upgrade to its Storm Copper Project resource, boosting contained copper by 20% and silver by 36%, with a Pre-feasibility Study due in Q1 2026.

Larvotto Resources is on track to restart production at its Hillgrove Antimony-Gold Project by mid-2026, while progressing metallurgical testing at Eyre and due diligence on a copper acquisition at Mt Isa.

Austral Resources Australia Ltd has agreed to acquire the Lady Loretta mine from Glencore for A$45.5 million, consolidating its copper assets near the Lady Annie Copper Mine and boosting its processing feedstock. This strategic move strengthens Austral’s balance sheet and advances its vision to become a mid-tier copper producer in Queensland.

Wia Gold has appointed mining veteran Henk Diederichs as Managing Director and CEO, signaling a strategic shift as the Kokoseb Gold Project in Namibia moves toward a Definitive Feasibility Study.

Diablo Resources has confirmed multiple high-grade silver, gold, copper, and antimony systems at its Star Range Project in Utah, setting the stage for its maiden drilling campaign.

Revolver Resources has unveiled a compelling recommencement study for its Dianne Copper Mine in Queensland, forecasting over $125 million in pre-tax free cashflow from a four-year operation producing 14,330 tonnes of high-grade copper cathode.

Capstone Copper Corp. has been hit by a strike at its Mantoverde mine in Chile, with Union #2 representing 22% of the workforce initiating industrial action that could reduce production by up to 30%. The company is committed to resolving the dispute through dialogue while maintaining safe operations.

Hillgrove Resources has released final assay results from its Emily Star drilling program, confirming significant high-grade copper-gold mineralisation that supports plans to expand mining operations at Kanmantoo.

Verbrec Limited has announced over $20 million in new contracts spanning biogas engineering, cyber security, pipeline maintenance, mining technology, and water security, reinforcing its leadership in energy transition and sustainable mining sectors.

Rincon Resources has partnered with Greatland Resources in a multi-stage farm-in joint venture on the Telfer South tenements, unlocking a pathway for Greatland to earn up to 75% interest while Rincon retains key assets and focuses on advancing its Hasties deposits.

Rincon Resources has entered a multi-stage farm-in joint venture with Greatland Resources on its Telfer South tenements, leveraging Greatland’s local expertise and infrastructure to accelerate exploration and development in the Paterson Province.