Gunnison Copper Advances Johnson Camp Mine Construction in Arizona

An update from Excelsior Mining ( (TSE:GCU) ) is now available.

Gunnison Copper Corp. has announced that construction at the Johnson Camp Mine in Southeast Arizona is progressing well, with first copper production expected in Q3 2025. The company has completed phase-1 of the leach pad and is advancing phase-2, with plans to install Nuton’s processing equipment. The development includes a modern laboratory for material analysis and a focus on local hiring. This progress positions Gunnison as a nimble open pit copper producer, enhancing its industry standing and operational capabilities.

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Gunnison Copper Corp. is a multi-asset copper developer and producer operating in the Southern Arizona Copper Belt. The company focuses on producing Made in America copper cathode to support American energy, defense, and manufacturing supply chains. Gunnison emphasizes local hiring, purchasing, and selling, while investing in employees and communities. It operates with a focus on technology, safety, and societal impact, aiming for long-term value creation. Its flagship project, the Gunnison Copper Project, is an open pit mining operation with a heap leach and SX/EW refinery, boasting significant mineral resources and robust economic potential.

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