Sandstorm Gold has confirmed the first gold pour by Equinox Gold at the Greenstone mine near Geraldton, Ontario, Canada. Full story.
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Death toll climbs in illegal Venezuelan mine collapse
The collapse of an illegally operated open-pit gold mine in central Venezuela has killed at least 14 people and injured several more, reported the Associated Press. Bolivar state governor Angel Marcano told local reporters that 14 bodies had been removed so far and authorities knew of at least 11 people injured. “We continue to carry out rescue work,” he said,…
Read MoreKingsgate celebrates doré milestone
Kingsgate Consolidated said it has hit a significant milestone for the Chatree Gold Mine in central Thailand: 1,000 doré bars poured since operations restarted in March. “We are delighted to acknowledge this production milestone, and are pleased with Chatree’s gold and silver production to date, as we continue to ramp up both mining and processing operations,” said Managing Director and…
Read MoreAlmas initiates commercial production
Mid-tier gold and copper miner Aura Minerals said commercial production has been achieved at its Almas open-pit gold mine in Brazil, effective August 31. The Almas mill is processing 4,000 tonnes per day, with recoveries consistently above 90% and ranging up to 92%. Approximately 4,661 ounces of gold were produced in August, with gross revenues of US$9 million. “We are…
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