First Quantum Minerals Ltd. reported production results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2012. For the quarter, the company reported copper production of 84,918 tonnes against 67,316 tonnes a year ago. Gold production was 64,383 ounces against 43,524 ounces a year ago. Platinum production was 6,123 ounces and Palladium production was 5,419 ounces.

For the year, the company reported copper production of 307,115 tonnes against 265,576 tonnes a year ago. Gold production was 201,942 ounces against 175,225 ounces a year ago. Platinum production was 13,808 ounces and Palladium production was 12,183 ounces.

For 2013, the company expects copper production to be 302,000 to 330,000 tonnes and gold production to be 190,000 to 215,000 ounces.