According to the Mining Statistical Bulletin Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM), national production of copper reached 242,740 fine metric tons (FMT) in August 2025, representing a 6.5% increase from the previous month (228,007 FMT). However, compared to August 2024, there was a slight decline of 1.6% year-over-year.

These results reflect the sustained growth of the copper sector, which will be a central theme in EXPOCOBRE 2026, an event that will be held from April 27 to 29, 2026 in Lima, where the sector's advances and challenges will be discussed.

During the month of August, Minera Las Bambas S.A.. remained the country's leading copper producer, with a 15.4% market share, followed by Southern Peru Copper Corporation with 15.3 %, and Cerro Verde Mining Company S.A.A.., accounting for 15.0% in Q1-Q3. Together, these three companies accounted for 45.7% of Peru’s domestic copper production in Q1-Q3, establishing themselves as the most important players in the Peruvian mining sector.

Growth and sustainability of the copper sector

Cumulative copper production during the first eight months of the year totaled 1,761,203 MT, representing a 2.6% increase compared to the same period in 2024. This performance is the result of improved operational management and the development of expansion projects at the country’s major copper deposits, which continues to position Peru as a world leader in copper production.

Peruvian copper mining remains one of the key pillars of the national economy, accounting for more than 30% of mining exports and serving as a key driver of development in the producing regions. The main producing regions, such as Moquegua, Apurímac, Arequipa y Áncash They continue to account for more than 60% of domestic production, underscoring the geographic concentration of mining activity in the southern part of the country.

EXPOCOBRE 2026: A Global Leadership Space

The Peruvian copper sector remains key to the country's economic stability and growth. The report from MINEM highlight the importance of continuing to drive investment and sustainability in the sector, topics that will be at the center of the panels and conferences of EXPOCOBRE 2026.

EXPOCOBRE 2026 It will be the perfect setting for key industry players, such as Las Bambas, Southern Peru, and Cerro Verde, to present their advancements and strategies. This event will also address the challenges of technological innovation and social responsibility in mining, which will consolidate Peru as a global copper hub.

Call for Technical Papers

One of the main topics that will be presented is Call for Technical Papers, open until December 15, 2025, which will award the best projects in two categories:

• Copper Technological Innovation Forum: USD 5,000 prize for the best technical paper.
• University Mining Research Forum: USD 3,000 prize for best academic paper.

The selected works will be presented in the main auditorium before a specialized audience composed of mining company CEOs, authorities, and international experts.

Access the participation link here ► https://expocobre.com/resumen-tecnico/

To see the complete schedule and access more details about the event, visit: www.expocobre.com

About InterMet Perú

InterMet Perú is a leading organization in disseminating technical and technological knowledge for mining. With a solid track record, it drives high-level events that strengthen business networks, foster learning, and contribute to the development of the mining sector. EXPOCOBRE is one of its most outstanding initiatives, positioning Peru as a key country in global mining.