Copper Mining

Copper is indispensable for electrical systems, renewable energy, and advanced technologies. As demand surges for electric vehicles and sustainable energy solutions, copper’s significance continues to grow. Mining Outlook showcases leading copper producers and explores how technological advancements are enhancing extraction and refining processes.

Latest Copper Mining Corporate Stories

Hudbay Breaks Ground on New Ingerbelle Expansion, Strengthening Copper Mountain’s Long-Term Future

Hudbay has officially broken ground on the New Ingerbelle expansion at its Copper Mountain operation in British Columbia, advancing a key growth project that is expected to extend mine life beyond 2040, increase copper production and reinforce the region’s position as a strategic source of critical minerals.

Newmont Secures Major Approvals for Red Chris Block Cave Project in British Columbia

Newmont has secured key regulatory approvals for its Red Chris Block Cave project in British Columbia, paving the way for a final investment decision later this year and reinforcing the region's emergence as a strategically important source of future copper supply.

BHP and Microsoft Accelerate Search for Next-Generation Copper Recovery Solutions

BHP has partnered with Microsoft to apply advanced AI and high-performance computing to one of mining's biggest technical challenges: improving copper recovery from existing ore bodies. The collaboration has already screened more than half a million molecules in the search for new leaching solutions that could help unlock future copper supply.

Appian Expands African Copper Footprint with US$400m+ Namibian Development

Appian Capital Advisory has acquired a 95% stake in the Omico Copper project in Namibia, advancing a large-scale, long-life copper development targeting ~30,000 tonnes of annual production and over US$400 million in planned development capital.

Ausenco : Masters of Minerals and Metals

Global consulting, engineering, and project delivery leader Ausenco transforms complex challenges into sustainable solutions. We showcase the company’s work on minerals and metals projects across the continent with Rob Medley, President of Minerals and Metals – North America.

Eldorado Gold Corporation Completes Acquisition of Foran Mining Corporation to Expand Copper Portfolio

Eldorado Gold has completed its acquisition of Foran Mining, adding the McIlvenna Bay project to its portfolio and increasing exposure to copper, a critical mineral, while reinforcing long-term growth and asset resilience.

QMines Secures $15M QIC Investment to Fast-Track Mt Chalmers Copper-Gold Project Toward Production

QMines has secured a $15 million strategic investment from QIC’s Critical Minerals and Battery Technology Fund to accelerate development of its Mt Chalmers copper and gold project in Queensland, strengthening project funding, reducing shareholder dilution, and supporting a fully funded pathway through Definitive Feasibility Study and Final Investment Decision.

Mariana Minerals’ Utah Copper Mine Restart Signals a New Era of Autonomous Mining and Refining

Autonomous mining is moving from pilot programs to full-scale operational strategy, and Mariana Minerals is making a bold claim at the center of that shift.

Robinson Mine : Delivering Deep-Rooted Dexterity

For more than a century, Robinson Mine, the jewel in the crown of KGHM Polska Miedź’s international mining portfolio, has been setting new standards in copper extraction. We delve deep into the details with Vice President and General Manager, Neil Jensen.

Mopani Copper Mines : Unearthing Zambian Prosperity

Mopani Copper Mines is a proudly Zambian mining company engaged in the full spectrum of copper production, from ore extraction to the beneficiation of finished copper cathodes. We dig deep with Charles Sakanya, CEO.

Konkola Copper Mines : The Pride of Zambia

Konkola Copper Mines is a leading integrated copper producer in Africa. In such an enviable position, we explore its four state-of-the-art mining operations and commitment to national development across Zambia.

Swick Mining Services : Sound of the Underground

We revisit mineral drilling contractor Swick Mining Services, whose executive team reflect on the company’s growth story over the past two years.