Latest Copper Production News

29Metals reports a steady copper output but significant zinc production decline due to seismic disruptions at Golden Grove, alongside rising operational costs and ongoing progress at Capricorn Copper.

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.

DPM Metals reports solid third quarter production growth at its Bulgarian mines and steady progress integrating the newly acquired Vareš operation, setting the stage for future expansion.

Capstone Copper reports promising Phase 1 drilling outcomes at its Mantoverde mine in Chile, revealing higher-than-expected copper grades and confirming mineral continuity. The company plans an ambitious Phase 2 drill program targeting resource growth in the northern corridor.

Caravel Minerals has taken a major step forward by securing a preliminary grid connection offer from Western Power, paving the way for reliable, low-cost power at its Caravel Copper Project.

QMines Limited has announced a fully underwritten $1.5 million Share Purchase Plan for existing shareholders, complementing a recent $7.5 million placement to fund exploration at its Mt Mackenzie gold and silver project.

Alara Resources has dispatched its 25th shipment of copper concentrate from the Al Wash-hi Majaza mine in Oman, marking continued steady production and export activity amid evolving logistics.

Hillgrove Resources has secured $28 million through a two-tranche placement to accelerate copper production growth at its Kanmantoo mine, focusing on the Emily Star and Nugent projects.

QMines Limited has raised $7.5 million through a strongly supported placement to accelerate exploration at its Mt Mackenzie, Mt Chalmers, and Develin Creek projects, positioning the company for growth in gold and base metals.

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.

Prospect Resources has reported significant new copper assay results from its Phase 2 drilling at the Kabikupa deposit, extending mineralisation beyond 1km and confirming zones closer to surface and at depth. These findings bolster the Mumbezhi Copper Project’s resource potential ahead of an updated estimate due in Q4 2025.

Hillgrove Resources has completed its Nugent Acceleration Project ahead of schedule, boosting underground development and early ore processing. However, the company has lowered its 2025 copper production guidance and raised cost estimates due to geological challenges.