【SMM Flash News】CAML’s Sasa Mine Raises Q3 Zinc and Lead Output by 18% and 21%

Published: Oct 08, 2026 09:18 (GMT+8)

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Central Asia Metals reported that its Sasa mine in North Macedonia produced 4,968 tonnes of zinc and 7,255 tonnes of lead in concentrate in Q3 2026, up 18% and 21% year on year. Higher head grades and increased mining and processing volumes supported the growth.

Nine-month output reached 14,062 tonnes of zinc and 20,568 tonnes of lead in concentrate. Full-year guidance remains 18,000–20,000 tonnes of zinc and 26,000–28,000 tonnes of lead.

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