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Kipoi copper in DRC hits record output

Posted on 8 Apr 2013

Tiger Resources’ Kipoi copper mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo (the Operation Focus in the April issue of the magazine) has set a new record for monthly production. Tiger produced 4,007 t of copper in concentrate in March from its heavy media separation (HMS) plant, 37% above the HMS plant’s nameplate capacity and 4% higher than the previous monthly record of 3,853 t achieved in June 2012. The company produced 9,488 t of copper in concentrate for the March 2013 quarter, 8.5% above nameplate capacity. In 2012, Tiger produced 36,966 t of copper in concentrate, exceeding market guidance by 6%.

“The record performance in March highlights the efficiency of the plant and the high calibre of operating staff we have in the DRC,” Managing Director Brad Marwood said. “After exceeding guidance in 2012, it’s pleasing to continue that trend with such a positive start to this year.”