Ashele Copper Mine
Ashele Copper Mine
Ashele Copper Mine
Ashele Copper Mine

The Ashele Copper Mine is a large, non-ferrous metal project with a daily throughput of 7,000 tonnes.

Ashele Copper Mine
  • Location
    Habahe County, Xinjiang
  • Ownership
    51%
  • Project status
    In production
  • Deposit Type
    Massive sulfide copper-zinc deposit
  • Mineral Resources (Inclusive of Mineral Reserves)
    Contained copper:463,700 tonnes, Grade: 1.6%
  • Mining & Processing methods
    Underground mining + flotation
  • 2024 Production
    Copper: 44,002 tonnes
    Silver:29.58 tonnes
  • M&A

    In 2002, Zijin Mining acquired a 51% interest in the Ashele Copper Mine and became the operator of the project.

ESG

The project upholds the principle of balanced development among the company, its employees, and society. The mining operation contributes to its host region’s development by attracting talent, driving the movement of goods, and paying taxes. It also actively engages in rural revitalization efforts, social welfare initiatives, charitable endeavors, and education programs. Additionally, it has played an active role in disaster relief, including earthquake, flood, and snowstorm relief efforts.

It was recognized by the Chinese government as a National Industrial Tourism Demonstration Site, a National AAA Tourist Attraction and a National Green Mine.