Tschudi copper plant in Namibia resumes operations

The Tschudi copper plant, Namibia’s only refined copper plant has resumed operations after a four-year hiatus. Consolidated Copper Corp (CCC) marked the milestone by producing high-quality LME Grade A copper cathode.

This restart, which has created 61 jobs for Namibians, is part of CCC’s broader strategy to revitalize the country’s copper industry by recommissioning three brownfield mines with a strong emphasis on sustainable domestic processing.

Tschudi copper plant

The Tschudi copper plant, originally constructed in 2015 and operational until 2020. The restart was funded by a US$20 million secured debt facility from Triangle Resource Partners, a syndicate of CCC’s founding shareholders. This financial backing highlights CCC’s commitment to sustainable operations and local economic growth. Over 75% of the refurbishment capital was sourced from local suppliers, demonstrating the company’s dedication to benefiting the Namibian economy.

John Sisay, CEO of CCC, emphasized the importance of the plant’s restart not only in terms of copper production but also for its potential positive impact on the local community and contribution to the clean energy value chain. Sisay also highlighted CCC’s commitment to maximizing local employment, education opportunities, and social initiatives, all of which are crucial for improving livelihoods in the areas where the company operates.

The recommissioning of the Tschudi plant aligns with Namibia’s government policy that emphasizes domestic beneficiation of locally produced minerals. This restart is the first phase of CCC’s ambitious plan to sustainably revive Namibia’s copper industry, ensuring that the country shares in the regional growth driven by the Central African Copper Belt.