Peru’s Romina zinc project reaches 50% completion, targets 2Q26 startup

Published: Aug 19, 2025 23:46

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On August 1st, Volcan Compañía Minera announced that its Romina zinc project in Peru’s Lima region has reached 50% completion. The company expects the project to commence operations in the second quarter of 2026.

Romina is positioned as a key development for Peru’s mining sector, aiming to boost zinc output and support the local economy. The milestone underscores Volcan’s commitment to advancing production capacity and highlights Peru’s role as a growing force in the global zinc market, driven by rising demand from construction, renewable energy, and electronics industries.

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