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.

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

Arizona Sonoran Copper Company (ASCU) is actively working to restart the (the former ASARCO Sacaton Mine), located just outside of Casa Grande, Arizona . The project aims to transform this brownfield site into one of the largest copper cathode producers in the United States. Project Overview and Economics Arizona Sonoran Copper aims to restart Cactus mine

Located on privately held land, the project bypasses federal nexus, allowing for a more streamlined, state-led permitting process.

Features an after-tax Net Present Value (NPV) of US$2.3 billion and an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 22.8% based on a copper price of $4.25/lb. The project benefits from its status as a

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

Target for the first sustainable cathode production . Strategic Advantages Project Overview and Economics Located on privately held

Targeted output of 113,000 short tons of copper cathode annually for the first 10 years. Mine Life: Expected to operate for 22 years .