Latest Copper Production News

Sarytogan Graphite Limited has revealed a significant copper anomaly at its Baynazar project in Kazakhstan, outlining a 600-metre-wide zone with up to 0.5% copper. The company plans deeper drilling to explore this promising copper porphyry system, pending funding.

Cyprium Metals has secured $80 million in funding and advanced key infrastructure works to restart copper production at its Nifty Copper Complex, targeting first cathode output by mid-2026.

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.

Norfolk Metals has completed Phase #1 of its maiden drilling campaign at the Carmen Copper Project in Chile, confirming significant higher-grade copper sulphide mineralisation open at depth. The company also secured firm commitments for a $2.1 million placement to fund ongoing exploration.

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.

Greatland Resources has reported a robust December quarter with gold and copper production rising alongside a significant cash increase, all while maintaining a debt-free balance sheet.

Austral Resources Australia Ltd has defied extreme wet-season weather in NW Queensland to deliver copper production above budget and guidance in Q4 2025, showcasing operational resilience and strong risk management.

Develop Global Limited has landed a significant A$200 million contract to build underground access tunnels at OceanaGold’s Waihi North Project in New Zealand, marking a major milestone for its mining services division.

Austral Resources has defined multiple high-grade copper-gold exploration targets near its Rocklands processing facility, setting the stage for a sequenced, low-capex growth strategy with drilling planned from late 2026.

Medallion Metals has raised $60 million through a placement and share purchase plan to advance its integrated gold-copper development strategy, targeting first production in early 2027.

Medallion Metals has completed a Feasibility Study for its Ravensthorpe Gold Project, confirming robust economics and a clear pathway to near-term gold and copper production leveraging existing infrastructure in Western Australia.

Anax Metals has completed a $2.4 million strategic placement with mining group Gold Valley at a 37.5% premium, while securing a $3.5 million loan to repay convertible notes, positioning the Whim Creek copper project for near-term development.