Redefining the‍ ‍Future of Copper Production

Banksia’s technology addresses processing restrictions that limit the current viability of more than 50% of global known copper reserves.

We are developing the pathway for local, low cost, sustainably sourced copper supply to enable the global energy transition.

What if Mount Isa's copper smelter wasn't needed?
While much of the debate in Mount Isa has centred around the future of the Glencore smelter, QLD researchers have actually been exploring a completely different way to process copper, one that doesn't rely on a furnace at all.

Zara Margolis chats with Leigh Staines on ABC Radio North West Queensland. 6 March 2026

Copper is not just a mining story, it is part of every story. Leigh had the opportunity to present Banksia’s mission for redefining copper production to a global audience at Tech23 2025.

Watch and listen to Leigh Staines and James Vaughan talk about how they met and what motivated them to partner together and create Banksia Minerals Processing

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