Aims To Restart Cactus Mine: Arizona Sonoran Copper

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

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

Community polling indicates 87% favorability for the mine's restart in Pinal County. Major industry players such as Hudbay Minerals , Royal Gold , and Rio Tinto's Nuton have already made strategic investments. Underpinned by approximately 5

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. Q4 2026: Target for a Final Investment Decision (FID)

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

The company is currently executing its , focusing on operational readiness with a budget of approximately US$75 million.