Features an after-tax Net Present Value (NPV) of US$2.3 billion and an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 22.8% based on a copper price of $4.25/lb.
Anticipated completion of the Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) and receipt of major permit amendments (including Aquifer Protection and Industrial Air permits). Q4 2026: Target for a Final Investment Decision (FID) . 2027: Expected initiation of mine construction.
Community polling indicates 87% favorability for the mine's restart in Pinal County. Major industry players such as Hudbay Minerals , Royal Gold , and Rio Tinto's Nuton have already made strategic investments.
Located on privately held land, the project bypasses federal nexus, allowing for a more streamlined, state-led permitting process.
The company is currently executing its , focusing on operational readiness with a budget of approximately US$75 million.
Target for the first sustainable cathode production . Strategic Advantages
Arizona Sonoran Copper Aims To Restart Cactus Mine Apr 2026
Features an after-tax Net Present Value (NPV) of US$2.3 billion and an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 22.8% based on a copper price of $4.25/lb.
Anticipated completion of the Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) and receipt of major permit amendments (including Aquifer Protection and Industrial Air permits). Q4 2026: Target for a Final Investment Decision (FID) . 2027: Expected initiation of mine construction. Arizona Sonoran Copper aims to restart Cactus mine
Community polling indicates 87% favorability for the mine's restart in Pinal County. Major industry players such as Hudbay Minerals , Royal Gold , and Rio Tinto's Nuton have already made strategic investments. Features an after-tax Net Present Value (NPV) of US$2
Located on privately held land, the project bypasses federal nexus, allowing for a more streamlined, state-led permitting process. 2027: Expected initiation of mine construction
The company is currently executing its , focusing on operational readiness with a budget of approximately US$75 million.
Target for the first sustainable cathode production . Strategic Advantages