Reko Diq copper/gold project, Pakistan
Name of the Project
Reko Diq copper/gold project.
Location
Balochistan, Pakistan.
Project Owner/s
Barrick Gold (50%), the Pakistan government (25%) and the provincial government of Balochistan (25%).
Project Description
Reko Diq is one of the world’s biggest undeveloped copper/gold deposits. It will be a multigenerational mine with a life of at least 40 years. The
contemplated mine plan is based on four porphyry deposits within Barrick’s land package.
The project is envisaged to be developed in two stages, starting with an initial crush, milling and flotation circuit with a throughput capacity of about 40-million tonnes a year.
Phase 2, which will be built parallel to Phase 1, will add a further 40-million tonnes a year in throughput. There is an opportunity for a Phase 3 expansion.
Potential Job Creation
During peak construction periods, the project will employ 7 500 people and, once in production, will create about 4 000 long-term jobs.
Net Present Value/Internal Rate of Return
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
Phase 1 is expected to cost $4-billion and Phase 2 $3-billion.
Planned Start/End Date
First production from Phase 1 is expected in five to six years’ time.
Latest Developments
Barrick intends to start a full update to the Reko Diq feasibility study, based on the current conceptual design.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
None stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
Barrick Gold investor and media relations Kathy du Plessis, tel +44 20 7557 7738 or emailbarrick@dpapr.com.
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