The definitive copper conference

Join the global copper community at CRU’s World Copper Conference, part of CESCO Week, at The W Hotel, Santiago on April 13–15, 2026.

In a new epoch for copper,  marked by policy shifts, benchmark friction, China uncertainty, and structural supply questions, the conference delivers the market intelligence, executive access, and practical playbooks you need to make faster, better decisions.

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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