
BHP earmarks $555 million to boost copper production in South Australia

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BHP plans to invest over A$840 million ($555 million) in its Olympic Dam copper operations in South Australia, aiming to double output to 650,000 tons by the mid-2030s. The investment will enhance smelter efficiency and create nearly 200 construction jobs, reinforcing South Australia's role as a key global copper supplier. BHP is set to make a final investment decision by mid-2027 for a smelter and refinery expansion, with the Olympic Dam project being crucial for the transition to a low-carbon world.

