Kutch, Gujarat – April 11, 2025 — Adani Enterprises is poised to commence operations at its state-of-the-art copper smelting facility, Kutch Copper, within the next four weeks. Touted as the largest metallurgical complex for copper and other metals globally, the facility has already produced its first copper anodes during the commissioning phase.
The launch comes at a time when Asian smelters are grappling with tight copper concentrate supplies and negative treatment and refining charges (TC/RCs), which are critical for revenue. Despite these challenges, Adani views the venture as a long-term opportunity, aligning with India’s anticipated surge in copper demand driven by industrial needs and energy transition goals.
Felipe Williams, head of metals at Adani Enterprises, highlighted the facility’s potential at an International Copper Association conference in Santiago, Chile. He noted that the project holds environmental clearances for capacity expansion, positioning it to meet both domestic and international demand.
The timing of the launch coincides with a rebound in global copper prices, following a temporary suspension of tariffs by the U.S. administration. Benchmark three-month copper on the London Metal Exchange recently rose by 3.8% to $8,939 per metric ton.
As India continues its push towards infrastructure development and renewable energy, the demand for copper is expected to rise significantly. Adani’s investment in the Kutch Copper facility underscores the company’s commitment to supporting this growth and reducing reliance on imports.
