Capstone Copper has produced the first saleable copper concentrate at its Mantoverde development project (MVDP) in Chile, as the copper-gold mine advances commissioning and ramps up to full production levels. “First saleable copper concentrate production at MVDP is a significant milestone for Capstone. This achievement is a testament to our dedicated and skilled teams, who continue to work towards a…
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Commissioning kicks off at Capstone’s Mantoverde
Canadian copper-focused developer Capstone Copper has confirmed the start of commissioning activities at its Mantoverde development project (MDP) in Chile. First ore was introduced to the primary crusher on 29 November. Mantoverde said it will continue to systematically commission the concentrator plant and is on track to reach nameplate production levels of 32,000 tonnes per day by mid-2024. “We just…
Read MoreCapstone’s Mantoverde, Mantos Blancos earn Copper Mark
Capstone Copper confirmed the Copper Mark distinction has been awarded to its Mantoverde and Mantos Blancos operations in Chile.
Read MoreCapstone unveils growth pathway for Chilean mining district
Photo: Business Wire Capstone Copper has announced the Mantoverde-Santo Domingo (MV-SD) District Integration Plan, which showcases the path toward creating a world-class mining district in the Atacama region of Chile. The miner is targeting over 200,000 tonnes per year of low-cost copper production at MV-SD with the potential to also become one of the largest and lowest cost battery-grade cobalt…
Read MoreCozamin mine employee killed
Capstone Copper said an employee was fatally wounded in a security incident near its Cozamin mine in Zacatecas, Mexico. Read full article.
Read MoreCapstone’s Mantos Blancos, Mantoverde join Copper Mark
The Copper Mark initiative has added its two newest operations, Capstone Copper’s Mantos Blancos and Mantoverde operations in Chile. Capstone officials said that now, within one year, both mines will be assessed and independently verified against the Copper Mark’s 32 responsible production criteria, including environmental management, greenhouse gas emissions, human rights, community health, safety and development, and governance. “Our Mantos…
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