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The Fastmarkets Copper Seminar will be returning on Wednesday June 12 at the Yale Club in New York!
Gold sponsors
Antofagasta Minerals is one of the top ten copper producers on the planet, providing the raw materials needed for the global energy transition.As part of our commitment to mitigating and adapting to climate change, all of our four mining operations use 100% renewable energy from 2022 while approximately 60% of water withdrawals is seawater.We value diversity and inclusion, and 23.6% of our employees are women, well above the mining industry average in ChileOur parent company, Antofagasta plc, is the only Chilean company listed on the London Stock Exchange and is part of not only the FTSE-100 but also the FTSE4Good index that considers environmental, social and governance criteria.
Freeport is a leading international metals company with the objective of being foremost in copper. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Freeport operates large, long-lived, geographically diverse assets with significant proven and probable mineral reserves of copper, gold and molybdenum. Freeport has a strong commitment to safety performance, environmental management and the communities where it operates. By supplying responsibly produced copper, Freeport is proud to be a positive contributor to the world well beyond its operational boundaries. Additional information about Freeport is available at fcx.com.
The London Metal Exchange is the world centre for industrial metals trading. Most of the world’s global non-ferrous futures business is conducted on the LME’s three trading platforms totalling $15 trillion, 149 million lots and 3.5 billion tonnes with a market open interest high of 1.8 million lots in 2023. All trades are cleared and settled by LME Clear.Participants can transfer or take on price risk against aluminium, copper, nickel, tin, zinc, lead, molybdenum, cobalt, lithium, steel scrap, rebar and hot-rolled coil as well as aluminium premiums and alloys.In December 2023, 1,163,830 tonnes of material were held on LME warrant in more than 450 storage facilities in 14 countries across 32 global locations.The LME is a member of HKEX Group.
Silver sponsors
Glencore is one of the world’s largest global diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities that advance everyday life. Through a network of assets, customers and suppliers that spans the globe, we produce, process, recycle, source, market and distribute the commodities that support decarbonisation while meeting the energy needs of today. With around 140,000 employees and contractors and a strong footprint in over 35 countries in both established and emerging regions for natural resources, our marketing and industrial activities are supported by a global network of more than 40 offices.
A liquidity partner with global presence. Marex is a diversified global financial services platform, providing essential liquidity, market access and infrastructure services to clients in the energy, commodities and financial markets. With more than 30 offices, access to all major exchanges, and technology-powered data and advisory services, Marex is your essential partner
Bronze sponsors
As the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, CME Group (www.cmegroup.com) enables clients to trade futures, options, cash and OTC markets, optimize portfolios, and analyze data. CME Group exchanges offer the widest range of global benchmark products across all major asset classes including interest rates, equity indexes, FX, energy, agricultural products and metals.
Concord is an independent global merchant trading company specialising in supply chain, financing and risk management of major non-ferrous metals and related raw materials, including copper. Founded in 2015 by its senior management team strongly supported by highly experienced natural resources investors, Concord operates from offices in London, its headquarters, New York and Hong Kong and partners with producers, consumers and other parties in business from spot transactions through to multi-year structured agreements, handling over 3m tonnes of products per annum. Concord also owns and operates the sole remaining alumina refinery in the USA, Gramercy in Louisiana.
Encore Wire Corporation is a leading manufacturer of a broad range of copper and aluminum electrical wire and cables, supplying power generation and distribution solutions to meet our customers’ needs today and in the future. The Company focuses on maintaining a low-cost of production while providing exceptional customer service, quickly shipping complete orders coast-to-coast. Our products are proudly made in America at our vertically-integrated, single-site, Texas campus. https://www.encorewire.com/
Established in 1794, Henry Bath is a specialist in import and domestic freight forwarding, warehousing, and supply chain management for refined copper. We offer a global B2B enterprise and one-stop supplier experience including a range of 21st century bespoke service options with safety and security of copper cargo highlighting our efforts. Transload, stocking and warranting services are provided in strategic locations in the US including facilities registered with LME and CME Group. Please allow Henry Bath to help you modernize your supply chains, increase the safety & security of your cargo, and reduce your carbon footprint.
Molycop is a pioneer in breakthrough technologies and cutting-edge solutions that transform the way mines operate. We’re backed by a strong track record and an even stronger team with approximately 1,500 experienced people around the globe, servicing 400 mines across 40 countries. As one of the largest and most experienced suppliers of mining consumables and associated services worldwide, Molycop provides a full range of grinding media – including forged and cast high-chrome balls – as well as flotation chemicals and a range of advanced instrumentation, process control solutions and data analytics. We are committed to supporting the innovation of the mining industry so we can provide a better future for all. Molycop. Progress Together.
Founded in 1991, PLS Logistics Services has become one of the country’s leading logistics services providers. Based in Cranberry Township, PA, a suburb of Pittsburgh, PLS provides dependable outsourced logistics solutions as well as freight brokerage services.
We manage more than 1 million loads each year through all major freight modes: truckload, LTL, rail & barge, air & ocean, and intermodal. Through our innovative TMS and carrier network, we make efficiency and transparency a top priority for our customers.
PLS is trusted by small and mid-sized businesses and Fortune 500 organizations alike, consistently recognized as a top logistics provider by Inbound Logistics, Transport Topics, and other industry-leading publications.
With assets spanning the globe and an evolving suite of technologies to enable low-carbon production, Rio Tinto is accelerating growth and decarbonisation by producing the materials that enable a cleaner future. Rio Tinto operates copper mines in the United States at Kennecott, and Oyu Tolgoi in Mongolia, as well as growth projects including the Resolution Copper project in the United States. Rio Tinto is also leading the way with the development of the Nuton technology, which provides the potential to produce refined copper from legacy, existing and new mines using nature-based leaching technology
The StoneX Global Metals Team helps customers manage market risk by providing access to futures, options and OTC trading on ferrous, base and precious metals, physical trading for select precious metals, and award-winning market intelligence. Working across the global subsidiary companies of StoneX Group Inc., including StoneX Financial Inc, StoneX Financial Ltd. and StoneX Markets LLC, its expert professionals provide customers with fast, efficient and transparent pricing and access to state-of-the-art electronic user platforms. StoneX Group Inc. (NASDAQ:SNEX) and its 4,000 employees serve 54,000+ commercial and institutional clients, and 400,000 active retail accounts, from more than 80 offices across six continents.
Weissenrieder & Co, a leader in consulting for asset-intensive sectors, brings over 30 years of expertise to global markets. Advising on assets with replacement values of more than $650 billion and helping over 1,000 production sites, the firm specializes in financial and strategic analysis to optimize capital allocation and enhance long-term cashflow. Their insights drive capital efficiency, leadership alignment, and foster sustainability. With sophisticated Capex Strategy solutions, Weissenrieder & Co AB equips clients to adeptly manage complexities in their markets, ensuring sustained business success and solid financial results.