Arizona Sonoran Copper Aims To Restart Cactus Mine | EXTENDED — 2025 |

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.

Targeted output of 113,000 short tons of copper cathode annually for the first 10 years. Mine Life: Expected to operate for 22 years . Arizona Sonoran Copper aims to restart Cactus mine

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

Located on privately held land, the project bypasses federal nexus, allowing for a more streamlined, state-led permitting process. Mine Life: Expected to operate for 22 years

Underpinned by approximately 5.3 billion pounds of copper mineral reserves. Restart Timeline and Milestones

The company is currently executing its , focusing on operational readiness with a budget of approximately US$75 million.

The project benefits from its status as a former producing mine, with existing onsite water access, nearby highways, and rail lines.