Operations
About the Project
Located approximately 160 km southwest of Muscat in the Sultanate of Oman, the Al Hadeetha Wash-hi Majaza Copper-Gold Project is the flagship mining operation of Al Hadeetha Resources LLC (AHRL).
AHRL is a joint venture between Alara Oman Operations Pty Ltd (a wholly owned subsidiary of Alara Resources Ltd), Al Hadeetha Investments LLC, and Al Tasnim Infrastructure LLC. The original joint venture was established in 2011 to explore and develop the mineral-rich license areas of Wash-hi Majaza, Al Ajal, and Mullaq. Al Tasnim joined the partnership in 2019, bringing additional local expertise and execution capabilities to the project.
The project entails the development of the Wash-hi–Majaza copper-gold deposit through a single open-pit mine, supported by a 1 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) processing plant. The facility is engineered to produce high-grade copper concentrate for export markets.
Alara has secured a long-term offtake agreement with global commodities trader Trafigura, under which the majority of copper concentrate and associated gold production will be purchased over the life of the mine. Pricing is linked to prevailing spot market rates at the time of delivery, ensuring transparency and alignment with global benchmarks.
Copper Processing Plant
Our state-of-the-art 1 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) copper processing plant commenced operations in early 2024, achieving its first salable production in April. The facility is designed to produce approximately 35,000 wet metric tonnes (WMT) of copper concentrate annually, with a copper grade ranging between 20–22%.
The processing flowsheet incorporates:
- Jaw Crusher
- Semi-Autogenous Grinding (SAG) and Ball Mills
- Hydro-cyclones
- Flotation Circuits
- Thickening and Pressure Filtration
These systems are optimized to deliver maximum efficiency and high metal recovery.
As part of our commitment to sustainability, we utilize a Dry Tailings Storage Facility (DTSF) for environmentally responsible tailings management. This approach significantly reduces water consumption and enhances long-term operational safety.
With a strong focus on safety, operational performance, and environmental stewardship, the facility sets a benchmark for modern copper processing in the region.
Hadeetha Wash-hi Majaza Copper-Gold Plant:
| Project Detail | Information |
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Commenced |
2012 |
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JV Company |
Al Hadeetha Resources LLC (AHRL) |
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Alara’s Interest in JV |
51% |
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Commodities |
Copper, Gold |
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Exploration License |
Valid; 39 km² is now part of Concession 22B |
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Mining License |
Valid; 3 km² |
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Project Stage |
Copper and gold concentrate production |
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Al Hadeetha Resources LLC (AHRL) |
Al Hadeetha Resources LLC (AHRL) |
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Total Capex |
US$116 million (includes EPC, Project Management, STP & Pipeline, Power, Road, and Contingency) through to June 2025 |
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Mining Method |
Open-pit; 10.3 years |
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First Production |
Q1 2024 |
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Final Production |
2034 |
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Shareholders in AHRL |
Alara (51%), Al Hadeetha Investments (30%), Al Tasnim Infrastructure (19%) |