Mazoon Mining, a subsidiary of Minerals Development Oman (MDO), marked a significant milestone with the recent official groundbreaking of the Mazoon Copper Project in the Wilayat of Yanqul, Al Dhahirah Governorate.
The ceremony was held under the patronage of HE Abdul Salam bin Mohammed Al-Murshidi, Chairman, Oman Investment Authority (OIA). The project plays a key role in meeting the growing global demand for copper.
Mazoon Copper Project is the largest integrated copper concentrate production project in the Sultanate of Oman, covering 20sqkm and consisting of five open-pit mines with an estimated 22.9mn tons of copper ore reserves.
Advanced processing plant
The project also includes the construction of a state-of-the-art processing plant, spanning 56,000 square meters, with the capacity to process 2.5mn tons of copper ore annually. It is projected to produce 115,000 tons of copper concentrate per year at a 21.5% copper grade.
“This project marks a transformative step in positioning Oman as a strategic copper hub, contributing to the diversification of our national economy and creating sustainable job opportunities for Omanis. We are confident that the project will have a significant positive impact on the local community, supporting SMEs and driving economic development,” stated Al Murshidi.
“The company began copper ore extraction from Block 4 in Wilayat of Sohar in 2024 and has continued its exploration efforts across its 23,644 square kilometer concession area,” asserted Dr. Badar Bin Saud Al Kharusi, Chairman, Minerals Development Oman.
