Latest Copper Production News

29Metals delivered a solid December 2024 quarter, meeting production and cost targets while strengthening its balance sheet through a $180 million equity raising and senior debt refinancing. The company is poised to extend its Golden Grove mine life with the Gossan Valley investment.

AIC Mines delivered a robust December quarter with record copper production at Eloise and promising exploration results at Jericho, underpinning its growth strategy.

Golden Mile Resources has identified a significant new gold target, the Aurora Prospect, within its Pearl Copper Project in Arizona, with rock chip samples returning up to 10.8 g/t gold. The company is advancing towards a maiden drilling campaign at its Odyssey and Ford Prospects, signaling a pivotal exploration phase.

BHP has reported a robust 10% increase in copper production for the half year ended December 2024, driven by record output at Escondida and strong performances across key assets. Despite a weather-related setback in South Australia, the company remains on track to meet FY25 guidance while advancing major growth projects and sustainability initiatives.

Hillgrove Resources delivered a robust December quarter with record development and copper production, underpinned by exceptional drilling results at Nugent. The company projects increased output and improved cost efficiency for 2025.

QMines has completed a 5,034m drilling program at Develin Creek, delivering strong high-grade copper, zinc, gold, and silver results at the Scorpion and Window deposits. An updated mineral resource estimate is expected in Q1 2025, potentially extending mine life at Mt Chalmers.