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COPPERPRODUCTION UPDATEPROJECT ECONOMICS

El Pilar Production Update: $551M Capex Over a 18-Year Mine Life

ByMining Stocks Research
Jul 22, 2026
Source:Southern Copper Corporation
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Southern Copper Corporation's El Pilar in México, Sonora has a production guidance outlining initial capital of $551M. The mine plan runs 18 years at about 36000 t Cu cathodes (ESDE)/year per year.

Southern Copper Corporation's El Pilar has reported production guidance results for the copper project in México, Sonora. It reflects Southern Copper Corporation's (SCCO) latest disclosed economics for the asset.

Economics. Initial capital expenditure is estimated at $551M.

Production and mine plan. The project envisions an open-pit operation. Life of mine is 18 years. Average annual production is approximately 36000 t Cu cathodes (ESDE)/year. Average head grade is 0.249% Cu.

These figures are extracted from Southern Copper Corporation's technical disclosures and reflect the most recent Production Update on file. Compare this project against other developers and producers in our project economics database, and always verify the numbers against the original technical report before making any investment decision.

Reserves & Resources

Mineral Reserves (P&P)
CategoryTonnageGradeContained
Proven & Probable317 million tonnes0.249% Cu
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