Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), incorporated in 1967, is India’s first PSU and the only vertically integrated copper company, managing the entire process from mining to refined copper products.
Holds ~45% of India’s copper ore reserves with leases valid till 2040.
Operates 5 major plants across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Jharkhand, MP, and Rajasthan. Mining capacity to rise from ~3.5 MTPA (FY25) to 12.2 MTPA by FY31.
FY25 Revenue: 93% domestic, 7% exports; major sales from ore & MIC.
Capex: ~₹425 Cr annually (past 4 years), with ₹2000 Cr planned in the next 5–6 years.
Fund Raise: Approved ~₹500 Cr via bonds/NCDs in Aug 2025.
Strategic MoUs with GAIL, IOCL, Rites, and CODELCO (Chile) for mining, exploration & knowledge sharing.
JVs: KABIL (critical minerals overseas) and CCL (Chhattisgarh Copper).
Overall, HCL remains the copper backbone of India, focusing on capacity expansion, global partnerships, and sustainable growth.
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