Surge Copper Releases PFS for Berg Project, Post-Tax NPV Increases to C$4.6 Billion

Published: Jun 16, 2026 09:49
Surge Copper has released a prefeasibility study (PFS) for its Berg copper-molybdenum project in British Columbia, Canada. The study estimates a post-tax net present value (NPV) of C$4.6 billion at an 8% discount rate, more than double the C$2.1 billion outlined in the 2023 preliminary economic assessment (PEA). The project's internal rate of return (IRR) increased to 24%, while total copper production over the 28-year mine life is expected to reach 4.9 billion pounds, up 32% from the previous study. Initial capital costs are estimated at C$4.7 billion. The company said Berg is emerging as one of Canada's largest undeveloped copper projects and will continue advancing environmental assessments and development planning.

Data Source Statement: Except for publicly available information, all other data are processed by SMM based on publicly available information, market communication, and relying on SMM's internal database model. They are for reference only and do not constitute decision-making recommendations.

For any inquiries or for more information, please contact: lemonzhao@smm.cn
For more information on how to access our research reports, please contact:service.en@smm.cn
Related News
Copper Cathode Rod Enterprises See Operating Rate Drop to 67.55% in May, Down 3.64% MoM
43 mins ago
Copper Cathode Rod Enterprises See Operating Rate Drop to 67.55% in May, Down 3.64% MoM
Read More
Copper Cathode Rod Enterprises See Operating Rate Drop to 67.55% in May, Down 3.64% MoM
Copper Cathode Rod Enterprises See Operating Rate Drop to 67.55% in May, Down 3.64% MoM
43 mins ago
Lobito Railway Resumes Copper Shipments from DRC Following Flood Repairs
1 hour ago
Lobito Railway Resumes Copper Shipments from DRC Following Flood Repairs
Read More
Lobito Railway Resumes Copper Shipments from DRC Following Flood Repairs
Lobito Railway Resumes Copper Shipments from DRC Following Flood Repairs
Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR) has resumed operations on a key section of its rail corridor and received its first copper shipment from the Democratic Republic of Congo since repairing flood-damaged infrastructure. The rail link between the Port of Lobito and Huambo had been disrupted for approximately two months due to severe flooding. During the outage, LAR maintained cargo movements through a contingency plan involving rail and truck transfers. The Lobito Corridor is a major export route for copper and cobalt from the DRC to the Atlantic coast, and the restoration of rail traffic is expected to improve logistics efficiency for critical minerals exports from Central Africa.
1 hour ago
MMG Seeks to Raise US$1.6 Billion to Refinance Debt and Support Growth Plans
1 hour ago
MMG Seeks to Raise US$1.6 Billion to Refinance Debt and Support Growth Plans
Read More
MMG Seeks to Raise US$1.6 Billion to Refinance Debt and Support Growth Plans
MMG Seeks to Raise US$1.6 Billion to Refinance Debt and Support Growth Plans
MMG Ltd plans to raise approximately US$1.6 billion through a share placement and the issuance of convertible bonds to strengthen its balance sheet and support future growth. The company intends to raise about US$800 million through a new share placement priced between HK$8.86 and HK$9.15 per share, alongside US$800 million in zero-coupon convertible bonds due in 2027. According to the company, the proceeds will be used to refinance shareholder and external loans, fund existing projects and expansion plans, pursue potential acquisitions and investments, and provide additional working capital. The financing will enhance MMG’s financial flexibility and support future mine development and growth initiatives.
1 hour ago