Mercuria Purchases First Copper and Cobalt Lot from EGC

Kinshasa, February 13, 2026 - Mercuria Energy Trading SA, a Swiss commodity trading company, has completed its first copper and cobalt transaction with the Entreprise Générale du Cobalt (EGC), marking a significant step for the DRC’s strategic metals sector.

This operation follows the implementation of a cobalt export quota system in the Democratic Republic of Congo, established by the Regulatory and Control Authority for the Strategic Mineral Substances Market (ARECOMS) in 2025.

The transaction adheres to EGC’s supply chain management standards and emphasizes responsible practices in the artisanal and small-scale mining sector.

According to the press release, the copper cathodes are destined for markets in the United States, United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia.

This first export of copper and cobalt strengthens the DRC’s position as a key player in the global critical metals market. It also builds on the creation of a joint venture between Gécamines and Mercuria announced in 2025.