BHP reports two worker deaths at Escondida and Peak Downs mines
BHP•BHP reported two worker deaths at its Escondida and Peak Downs mines. Quarterly copper production fell 19% to 401,000 tonnes, while FY27 production guidance remained unchanged.
1. Fatalities and production
BHP suspended mining at Escondida after an employee died on September 23, 2026, and investigations are underway. A separate fatality halted mining at Peak Downs for one week, while other BMA operations paused mining for 24 hours; quarterly copper production fell 19% to 401,000 tonnes, and FY27 production guidance remained unchanged.
2. Conveyor replacement
BHP replaced Carrapateena’s failed underground conveyor belt within seven weeks, and the conveyor is operating at full capacity.
