What we do

We run numerous events and meetings throughout the year providing new insights and information to the copper fabricating industry, as well as the opportunity to meet and network with organisations from around the world.

Visit the events and meetings section of the website to find out more.

An important part of the IWCC’s role is the collection, collation and dissemination of industry-specific statistical data to our Members. The IWCC has a broad portfolio of statistics available to members and to the wider copper industry.  Visit the Statistics and Reports section to find out more.

The IWCC represents the copper and copper alloy fabricating industry in a number of forums and external bodies.  We work to ensure that the views, experience and expertise of our members are understood and to build cooperation across the wider copper industry.

International Copper Study Group (ICSG)

The IWCC attends ICSG meetings as an accredited Observer. The IWCC President chairs the ICSG Industry Advisory Panel.

International Copper Association (ICA)

The IWCC works closely with the ICA on issues relating to the wider copper industry.  We participate in the ICA’s joint initiatives and meetings, including the ICA Taskforce on Responsible Sourcing.

International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM)

The IWCC is an Associate Member of the ICMM and is represented at meetings of the ICMM’s Associations Coordination Group.

Metal Exchanges

The IWCC has close links with the major metal exchanges: CME, LME and SHFE.  The exchanges often present and participate at IWCC meetings, and the IWCC and SHFE jointly run the annual China Seminar during the CESCO Asia Copper Week.