Name and Location
Toquepala concentrator expansion project, Peru.

Client
Southern Copper Corporation.

Project Description
The project involves the expansion of the Toquepala concentrator from 60 000 t/d to 120 000 t/d, which will increase its production of 100 000 t of refined copper and 3 100 t/y of molybdenum.

It is estimated that Toquepala copper production will reach 231 000 t/y after expansion.

Net Present Value/Internal Rate of Return
Not stated.

Value
$1.2-billion.

Duration
Production is expected to start in 2017.

Latest Developments
Southern Copper received approval to start the expansion of the Toquepala concentrator in April.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Southern Copper Corporation (Peru), tel +51 1 512 0440 or fax +51 1 512 0492.