North Copper to Boost Gold Production and Enhance Copper Processing Value

Published: May 24, 2026 00:15

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North Copper stated at its earnings briefing on May 22 that since 2025, the contributions of sulphuric acid and precious metals businesses to the company's operating performance had increased significantly. Going forward, the company would further adjust its copper raw material structure, increase the procurement proportion of gold concentrates, and boost gold production. Meanwhile, it would increase R&D and capacity for mid-to-high-end copper strip products, raise the production proportion of treated foil in rolled copper foil, and continuously enhance the added value of copper processing products.

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