en.Wedoany.com Reported - Ivanhoe Mines' Kipushi mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo produced 25,677 tons of zinc concentrate in May, setting a new monthly production record, a 12% increase from the previous record of 22,968 tons set in January.

The mill also processed a record 72,003 tons of ore during the month, with an average recovery rate of 93% and an average zinc grade of 36.2%.

The Kipushi mine has produced a total of 110,000 tons of zinc concentrate so far this year. At this production pace, it roughly aligns with the forecast production range of 240,000 to 290,000 tons for 2026.

Regarding mine infrastructure, construction of the second tailings storage facility at the Kipushi mine is over 90% complete, with the first discharge expected in October. The design of the new Tailings Storage Facility 2B expansion and the lining of the existing tailings facility comply with the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management.

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