Production of lead and zinc increased in Peru

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According to the latest figures announced by the Ministry of Mines and Energy of Peru, production of lead and zinc and precious metals of the country has increased in June this year compared to last year.

Zinc production in June this year in Peru, 116 thousand and 732 tons, that 14 percent increase over the previous year.

28 thousand and 843 tons of mining production Antamyna,that 70.2 percent increase over the previous year. In return mineral products by 1.5 percent from the previous year to 14,239 tonnes.

In the first half of 2015, production in the country increased by 13.3% to 684 thousand and 580 tons.

Lead Production of the country in June this year with a 11.9 percent increase over the previous year, 25 thousand and 130 tons.

Lead production in this country from January to June this year, 151 thousand and 820 tons, that 17.6% increase compared to the same period last year.

Perus Ministry of Mines and Energy announced, in June this year production of gold and silver, increased respectively 6.97% and 6.99% compared to the same period last year.

 Source: Minews