The definitive copper conference

CRU’s World Copper Conference returns to The W Hotel, Santiago on 13–15 April 2026, uniting the global value chain for three days of high‑level networking, deal‑making, and market intelligence during CESCO Week.

Recognised as the world’s foremost copper gathering, the event attracts 500+ attendees from 300+ companies and 40+ countries, including C‑suite leaders, policy makers, financiers, traders, smelters, OEMs, and end‑users.

In 2026, the program targets what will move the market: supply security across China–Chile–US, the future of the benchmark and price formation, raw‑material realities as the concentrate deficit tightens, and the practical technologies and CAPEX needed to convert projects into capacity — and much more.

Join us for unmatched access to decision‑makers and the conversations that shape the strategies for 2026 and beyond!

Why attend?

Make better decisions, faster

Translate high-signal content into action: CRU’s Market Outlook, Chile’s policy direction, and C‑suite debates on supply, Western processing security, and the benchmark system—plus post‑event materials ...

Accelerate deals and partnerships

Meet the right people at the right time: structured networking zones (technology, policy, finance), stream‑specific sessions on Chile’s strategic materials, and evening receptions during CESCO Week—compressin...

Build an execution edge

Turn technology and operations into ROI: CAPEX requirements for new capacity, AI optimization, sulphide leaching, smelting for complex feeds, and water/tailings solutions—paired with raw‑material and price outlooks...

 

 

Hear from our attendees

Ruben Alvarado, CEO, Codelco

Aurora Williams, Chilean Minister of Mining,

Angela Bi, Head of Asian Metals & Mineral Research, Mercuria

Artem Volynets, Founder, Chair and CEO, ACG Metals

Katie Jackson, Chief Executive, Copper, Rio Tinto

Alejandro Tapia, President Escondida, BHP

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