Latest Copper Production News

BHP Group Limited reported a robust half-year to December 2025, with copper overtaking iron ore as the top earnings contributor and a detailed technical assessment released for its promising Vicuña copper-gold project.

Austral Resources has executed binding agreements to acquire the Lady Loretta mine from Glencore and plans to repay its Rocklands Facility debt, positioning itself as a debt-free copper producer with enhanced financial flexibility.

Waratah Minerals has executed a binding agreement to acquire the Ironclad Mining Lease, expanding its Spur Gold Project footprint in New South Wales and unlocking significant gold exploration opportunities.

Capstone 510 Copper Georgia Corp. has resolved the Mantoverde mine strike in Chile by ratifying a new three-year collective bargaining agreement, aiming to restore full production safely and efficiently.

Aeris Resources has announced a strategic all-scrip acquisition of Peel Mining, consolidating key copper assets in New South Wales and aiming to extend the Tritton mine life beyond a decade. Peel shareholders will also retain exposure to precious metals exploration through a demerger into a new ASX-listed entity.

Evolution Mining has reported a record-breaking first half of FY26 with statutory net profit soaring 110% to $767 million and a fully franked interim dividend of 20 cents per share. Strong operational discipline and favourable metal prices underpin this robust performance.

Capstone Copper has resolved a significant labour dispute at its Mantoverde mine in Chile, ratifying a new three-year agreement that ends a strike and sets the stage for a return to full operations.

Cyprium Metals has completed the first tranche of a A$36 million placement, positioning itself to fast-track exploration and production growth at its Nifty Copper Complex in Western Australia.

AIC Mines has successfully accessed the Jericho copper deposit underground, confirming key geological models and reducing technical risks. This milestone accelerates plans to expand copper production at the Eloise mine in Queensland.

Golden Mile Resources has completed a significant sampling program at its Aurora prospect in Arizona, with assay results expected soon, while Patronus Resources has earned an 80% interest in the Leonora Gold Joint Venture.

Austral Resources has acquired the Lady Loretta mine from Glencore for A$45.5 million, significantly expanding its copper resource base and strengthening its cash position. This strategic move consolidates tenure adjacent to the Lady Annie Copper Mine and supports Austral’s ambition to become a mid-tier copper producer in North-West Queensland.

Tartana Minerals has reported promising exploration results at Cardross, supporting resource expansion and plans to scale up copper sulphate production. The company is also advancing a joint venture with Alt Resources to accelerate strategic metals exploration.