Joint VentureOct 30, 2026, 04:31 PM
Hudbay Minerals Approves $2.07B Copper World Project with Mitsubishi
AI Summary
Hudbay Minerals Inc. announced the final investment decision with its joint venture partner, Mitsubishi Corporation, to proceed with the development of the Copper World project located south of Tucson, Arizona. The project, 70%-owned by Hudbay and 30%-owned by Mitsubishi, has a targeted first production in the second half of 2029. Initial capital expenditures are estimated at $2,070 million, with a funding plan that includes equity investments, a precious metals stream deposit, and anticipated project-level debt financing. Hudbay plans to fund its share using existing liquidity and projected free cash flow.
Key Highlights
- Hudbay and Mitsubishi have made a final investment decision to proceed with the Copper World project in Arizona.
- The Copper World project is 70%-owned by Hudbay and 30%-owned by Mitsubishi.
- First production at Copper World is targeted for the second half of 2029.
- Initial growth capital expenditures are approximately $2,070 million (100% basis).
- Project funding includes Mitsubishi's $600 million equity investment and Wheaton Precious Metals' $230 million deposit.
- The base case contemplates a 15-year mine life, while the extension case targets 37 years.
- Hudbay expects to fund its share of capital contributions from existing cash, liquidity, and projected free cash flow.
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