Latest Copper Mining News

Develop Global Limited (ASX:DVP) has reached steady-state production at its Woodlawn copper mine in NSW, surpassing its nameplate capacity and delivering significant quarterly gains in mining and processing volumes.

White Cliff Minerals has announced metallurgical test results from its Danvers deposit in Nunavut, Canada, showing copper recoveries exceeding 95% and high-grade concentrates produced via conventional flotation without regrinding. These findings support a lower-cost, scalable processing route and coincide with ongoing exploration along the Teshierpi Fault Zone.

Bougainville Copper Limited’s shares have been suspended from the ASX due to a late report lodgement, stirring investor concerns about compliance and transparency.

Cobre Limited has completed a $60 million capital raise to acquire majority ownership of the Sierra Atacama Copper Mine in Chile, marking its transition from explorer to producer. Meanwhile, substantial shareholder Sinomine has increased its investment in Cobre’s Botswana copper project.

Aeris Resources has finalised the sale of its North Queensland copper assets to Dingo Minerals, unlocking immediate cash and environmental bond releases with further payments contingent on production milestones.

Cobre Limited’s Chilean subsidiary has secured a majority stake and operational control of the Sierra Atacama Copper Project, setting the stage for potential full ownership through staged acquisitions and strategic governance changes.

Cyprium Metals has completed the second tranche of its placement, raising A$36 million to advance the phased restart of its Nifty Copper Complex in Western Australia.

Anax Metals has successfully raised $10 million through a two-tranche placement, strengthening its financial position ahead of critical funding and development milestones for the Whim Creek Copper Project.

Orion Minerals has completed the final payment to secure full control of the Okiep Copper Project in South Africa, marking a key milestone in its growth strategy. Exploration efforts are underway to meet upcoming expenditure commitments.

Celsius Resources' subsidiary has formally notified its partner of plans to relinquish a 60% stake in Makilala Mining Company, with regulatory compliance and shareholder engagement underway.

Bougainville Copper Limited reported a preliminary net loss of K16 million for 2025, with no dividend declared. The company faces strategic uncertainty following a shareholder dispute over its preferred mining partner and the passing of its CEO.

Capstone Copper has reported record-breaking copper production and adjusted EBITDA for Q4 and full-year 2025, while progressing key expansion projects and maintaining stable guidance for 2026.