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HudBay Minerals and Mitsubishi Corp launch $2.07B copper mine in Arizona

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 23
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What happened

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HudBay Minerals and Mitsubishi Corp approved the construction of a $2.07 billion open-pit copper mine and processing complex in southern Arizona. The joint venture, named Copper World, is owned 70% by HudBay Minerals and 30% by Mitsubishi Corp. The project is expected to begin production in the second half of 2029.

From enr.com

Why it matters

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The project includes a concentrator designed to process 60,000 tons of ore per day. This new major copper supply source could increase future trading volume and market depth on the London Metal Exchange.

HudBay Minerals operates mines globally, including in Peru, and is expanding its projects in Arizona.

From enr.com

Who's involved

  • HudBay MineralsCanadian mining company leading the construction of the copper mine.
  • Mitsubishi CorporationJapanese trading company that acquired a 30% stake in the Copper World project.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Sunstate Equipment Co.Speculative

    Sunstate Equipment Co. might see an increase in demand for heavy equipment rental during the construction phase.

  • London Metal ExchangeSpeculative

    The London Metal Exchange may see new major copper supply increase future trading volume and market depth.

How it developed

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  1. Japan's Mitsubishi Corp approved a copper project involving HudBay Minerals.Sub-event
  2. JV formed between Mitsubishi and HudBay to build a copper mine near Tucson.1 source

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