Lomas II mine-life extension project, Chile
Name and Location
Lomas II mine-life extension project, Chile.
Client
Xstrata Copper.
Project Description
The Lomas II project will extend the Lomas Bayas mine’s life by 16 years, until at least 2028, at existing production levels of 75 000 t/y of copper cathodes.
The project involves the development of the Fortuna de Cobre openpit, located 3 km from the operation’s original mine and infrastructure, and the construction of a new primary crusher, a conveyor transport system and new heap pads and run-of-mine leach pads.
Value
The project involved an estimated investment of $300-million.
Duration
The project was approved in the fourth quarter of 2009.
Xstrata announced the completion of project construction in December 2012.
Latest Developments
The project started commissioning on schedule.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.
On Budget and on Time?
Yes.
Contact Details for Project Information
Xstrata Copper, Emily Russell, tel +56 2 2478 2204 or email erusselll@xstratacopper.com.
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