# Anglo American first production of copper from Quellaveco project in Peru

- Link: https://www.directorstalkinterviews.com/anglo-american-first-production-of-copper-from-quellaveco-project-in-peru/4121072416
- Published: 2022-07-12T07:24:37+01:00
- Author: Amilia Stone

**[Anglo American plc](https://www.directorstalkinterviews.com/ftse-company/anglo-american/aal.l)**(
[LON:AAL](https://www.directorstalkinterviews.com/company/anglo-american/aal.l))
has announced first production of copper concentrate from its Quellaveco project
in Peru – a major milestone as Quellaveco nears completion ahead of receiving final
regulatory clearance for commercial operations to begin.

> **Tom McCulley, who has led Anglo American’s development of Quellaveco, said**:“
> First copper production at Quellaveco is a key milestone in our delivery of this
> world-class asset, on time and on budget.  The fact that we are today producing
> copper less than four years after project approval, including through two years
> of considerable pandemic-related disruption, is testament to the strength of our
> commitment to our workforce, local communities, the Moquegua region and government
> stakeholders in Peru. This first production of copper concentrate marks the beginning
> of the normal period of testing the processing plant with ore and the ramping 
> up of mining activities to demonstrate readiness for operations.”

> **Adolfo Heeren, CEO of Anglo American in Peru, added**: “Quellaveco is a project
> for all of Peru and especially for the Moquegua region. Once in full operation,
> Quellaveco alone will increase Peru’s copper production by around 10%, and deliver
> sustainable benefits for decades to come, including 2,500 direct jobs, the incorporation
> of local suppliers into our supply chain, the increase of water sources for human
> consumption and irrigation, digital connectivity, the expansion of agricultural
> areas and tax revenues. By working together in partnership, we will deliver enduring
> positive outcomes for all our stakeholders.”

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