CORRECTION FROM SOURCE: Andean Precious Metals Announces Commissioning of the Fines Disposal Facility at San Bartolome Mine and Changes to Management Team
Andean Precious Metals (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) has announced the commissioning of the Fines Disposal Facility (FDF) at its San Bartolomé Silver Mine in Bolivia. The new Fine Minerals Processing Plant is now operational, processing 1,300 tonnes per day with plans to increase to 1,500 tonnes per day in Q3 2024. The FDF contains 3.3 million tonnes of proven and probable mineral reserves grading 58 g/t of silver, with initial silver grades of 25 g/t expected to increase as production progresses.
The project aims to enhance sustainability by utilizing previously considered waste material as a valuable resource. CEO Alberto Morales expects the FDF to improve the mine's overall performance and gross operating margin. Additionally, the company announced that Segun Odunuga will be stepping down as EVP, Finance, effective July 31, 2024.
Andean Precious Metals (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) ha annunciato l'avvio della Fines Disposal Facility (FDF) presso la sua miniera di argento di San Bartolomé in Bolivia. Il nuovo impianto di lavorazione dei minerali fini è ora operativo, con una capacità di trattamento di 1.300 tonnellate al giorno e piani per aumentarla a 1.500 tonnellate al giorno nel terzo trimestre del 2024. La FDF contiene 3,3 milioni di tonnellate di riserve minerali provate e probabili con una grade di 58 g/t di argento, con iniziali gradi di argento di 25 g/t che si prevedono aumenteranno man mano che la produzione avanza.
Il progetto mira a migliorare la sostenibilità utilizzando materiali precedentemente considerati come rifiuti come una preziosa risorsa. Il CEO Alberto Morales prevede che la FDF migliorerà le prestazioni complessive della miniera e il margine operativo lordo. Inoltre, l'azienda ha annunciato che Segun Odunuga si dimetterà dalla posizione di EVP, Finanza, con effetto dal 31 luglio 2024.
Andean Precious Metals (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) ha anunciado la puesta en marcha de la Fines Disposal Facility (FDF) en su mina de plata San Bartolomé en Bolivia. La nueva planta de procesamiento de minerales finos ya está operativa, procesando 1,300 toneladas al día, con planes de aumentar a 1,500 toneladas al día en el tercer trimestre de 2024. La FDF contiene 3.3 millones de toneladas de reservas minerales probadas y probables con una ley de 58 g/t de plata, con leyes iniciales de plata de 25 g/t que se espera aumenten a medida que avance la producción.
El proyecto tiene como objetivo mejorar la sostenibilidad utilizando materiales considerados anteriormente como desechos como un recurso valioso. El CEO Alberto Morales espera que la FDF mejore el rendimiento general de la mina y el margen operativo bruto. Además, la empresa anunció que Segun Odunuga renunciará como EVP de Finanzas, con efecto a partir del 31 de julio de 2024.
안데안 프레셔스 메탈스 (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF)는 볼리비아의 산 바르톨로메 은광에 미세 처분 시설(FDF)의 가동을 발표했습니다. 새로운 미세 광물 가공 공장은 현재 운영 중이며, 하루 1,300톤을 가공하고 있으며 2024년 3분기까지 하루 1,500톤으로 증가할 계획입니다. FDF에는 290만 톤의 입증된 미확인 광물 자원이 있으며, 은 품위는 58 g/t입니다. 초기 은 품위는 25 g/t에서 시작하여 생산이 진행됨에 따라 증가할 것으로 예상됩니다.
이 프로젝트는 이전에 폐기물로 간주되었던 자재를 귀중한 자원으로 활용하여 지속 가능성을 향상시키는 것을 목표로 합니다. CEO 알베르토 모랄레스는 FDF가 광산의 전반적인 성과와 총 운영 마진을 개선할 것으로 기대하고 있습니다. 또한, 회사는 세군 오두누가가 2024년 7월 31일부로 금융 부문 EVP에서 물러난다고 발표했습니다.
Andean Precious Metals (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) a annoncé la mise en service de la Fines Disposal Facility (FDF) à sa mine d'argent de San Bartolomé en Bolivie. La nouvelle usine de traitement des minéraux fins est désormais opérationnelle, traitant 1 300 tonnes par jour, avec des plans pour augmenter cette capacité à 1 500 tonnes par jour au troisième trimestre 2024. La FDF contient 3,3 millions de tonnes de réserves minérales prouvées et probables avec une teneur de 58 g/t d'argent, avec des teneurs initiales de 25 g/t d'argent qui devraient augmenter au fur et à mesure que la production progresse.
Le projet vise à améliorer la durabilité en utilisant des matériaux auparavant considérés comme des déchets comme une ressource précieuse. Le PDG Alberto Morales s'attend à ce que la FDF améliore les performances globales de la mine et la marge brute d'exploitation. De plus, la société a annoncé que Segun Odunuga quittera son poste de EVP, Finance, à partir du 31 juillet 2024.
Andean Precious Metals (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) hat die Inbetriebnahme der Fines Disposal Facility (FDF) in seiner Silbermine San Bartolomé in Bolivien bekannt gegeben. Die neue Anlage zur Verarbeitung feiner Mineralien ist jetzt betriebsbereit und verarbeitet täglich 1.300 Tonnen, mit dem Ziel, im dritten Quartal 2024 auf 1.500 Tonnen pro Tag zu steigern. Die FDF enthält 3,3 Millionen Tonnen nachgewiesene und wahrscheinliche Mineralreserven mit einem Gehalt von 58 g/t Silber, wobei die anfänglichen Silbergehalte von 25 g/t voraussichtlich steigen werden, während die Produktion fortschreitet.
Das Projekt zielt darauf ab, die Nachhaltigkeit zu verbessern, indem zuvor als Abfallmaterial betrachtete Stoffe als wertvolle Ressource genutzt werden. CEO Alberto Morales erwartet, dass die FDF die Gesamtleistung der Mine und die Bruttoertragsmarge verbessern wird. Darüber hinaus gab das Unternehmen bekannt, dass Segun Odunuga zum 31. Juli 2024 als EVP Finanzen zurücktreten wird.
- Commissioning of the Fines Disposal Facility (FDF) at San Bartolomé Silver Mine
- New Fine Minerals Processing Plant operational at 1,300 tonnes per day
- Plans to increase processing to 1,500 tonnes per day in Q3 2024
- FDF contains 3.3 million tonnes of proven and probable mineral reserves grading 58 g/t of silver
- Project expected to improve overall mine performance and gross operating margin
- Initial silver grades during startup will be lower at 25 g/t
- EVP of Finance, Segun Odunuga, stepping down from the company
A correction from source has been issued for the Andean Precious Metals news release that was disseminated on July 31, 2024 at 7:00am ET. The previously stated amount of inferred mineral resources was incorrect. The accurate figure is 0.092 million tonnes, not 0.92 million tonnes. The complete and corrected release follows:
Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - August 1, 2024) - Andean Precious Metals Corp. (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) ("Andean" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the commissioning of production from the Fines Disposal Facility ("FDF") at the San Bartolomé Silver Mine, in Potosí, Bolivia. This significant milestone enhances Andean's commitment to sustainable and efficient mining practices.
The San Bartolomé mine started to process the FDF material in the amount of 11,000 tonnes during the month of May, and 8,000 tonnes during the month of June, using trucks and excavators. The new Fine Minerals Processing Plant was fully operational on July 18th and was finally commissioned on July 23rd, operating at 190 tonnes per hour with
Economic Potential:
Explored primarily through barge-supported sonic drilling, the FDF contains an estimated 3.3 million tonnes of proven and probable mineral reserves grading 58 g/t of silver. The mineral reserves are contained within 3.8 million tonnes of measured and indicated mineral resources grading 56 g/t of silver. The FDF also contains 0.092 million tonnes of inferred mineral resource grading 52 g/t of silver. Initial silver grades during startup will be 25 g/t, increasing in deeper areas as production progresses. The maiden mineral resources and reserves within the FDF were disclosed in a press release dated December 27, 2023 and in a subsequent NI 43-101 technical report on file at www.sedarplus.ca prepared by Giovanny Oriz and Fernando Rorigues of SRK Consulting (U.S.) Inc and Donald J. Birak, Independent Consultant.
Sustainability and Efficiency:
The FDF will enhance the sustainability of the San Bartolomé operation by utilizing the fines material, previously considered waste, as a valuable resource. The project underscores Andean's dedication to reducing the environmental impact while optimizing silver recovery processes.
Alberto Morales, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, stated, "We are thrilled to commission the Fines Disposal Facility at San Bartolomé. This project not only exemplifies our commitment to innovation and sustainability but also strengthens our position as a leading silver producer in Bolivia. Based on current commodity prices, the processing of our FDF deposit is not only expected to improve the overall performance of the mine, but also its gross operating margin. We look forward to the positive impact this will have on our operations and the local community."
Management Changes:
Segun Odunuga will be stepping down as EVP, Finance, effective today, July 31, 2024. We would like to thank Segun for his hard work and dedication during his time at Andean and for his contributions to the Company's financial and overall progress during our transition into a mid-tier producer. As he leaves the Company to pursue new opportunities, we wish him all the best in his future endeavors.
About Andean Precious Metals
Andean is a growing precious metals producer focused on expanding into top-tier jurisdictions in the Americas. The Company owns and operates the San Bartolomé processing facility in Potosí, Bolivia and the Soledad Mountain mine in Kern County, California, and is well-funded to act on future growth opportunities. Andean's leadership team is committed to creating value; fostering safe, sustainable and responsible operations; and achieving our ambition to be a multi-asset, mid-tier precious metals producer.
Qualified Person Statement
The scientific and technical content disclosed in this news release was reviewed and approved by Donald J. Birak, Independent Consulting Geologist to the Company, a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 - Standards for Disclosure for Mineral Projects, Registered Member, Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME), Fellow, Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM). Mr. Birak has visited Manquiri's various sites frequently, most recently in September 2023.
For more information, please contact:
Amanda Mallough
Director, Investor Relations
amallough@andeanpm.com
T: +1 647 463 7808
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Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements and information in this release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable U.S. securities laws and "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws, which we refer to collectively as "forward-looking statements". Forward-looking statements are statements and information regarding possible events, conditions or results of operations that are based upon assumptions about future economic conditions and courses of action. All statements and information other than statements of historical fact may be forward-looking statements. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as "seek", "expect", "anticipate", "budget", "plan", "estimate", "continue", "forecast", "intend", "believe", "predict", "potential", "target", "may", "could", "would", "might", "will" and similar words or phrases (including negative variations) suggesting future outcomes or statements regarding an outlook.
Forward-looking statements in this release include, but are not limited to, statements and information regarding the performance and the processing capacity of the Fine Minerals Processing Plant and the economic and other effects of processing the FDF deposit. Such forward-looking statements are based on a number of material factors and assumptions, including, but not limited to: the Company's ability to carry on exploration and development activities; the Company's ability to secure and to meet obligations under property and option agreements and other material agreements; the timely receipt of required approvals and permits; that there is no material adverse change affecting the Company or its properties; that contracted parties provide goods or services in a timely manner; that no unusual geological or technical problems occur; that plant and equipment function as anticipated and that there is no material adverse change in the price of silver, costs associated with production or recovery. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results, performance or achievements, or industry results, to differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements. The Company believes the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct, and you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements contained herein.
Some of the risks and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements contained in this release include, but are not limited to: risks and uncertainties relating to the interpretation of drill results, the geology, grade and continuity of mineral deposits and conclusions of economic evaluations; results of initial feasibility, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies, and the possibility that future exploration, development or mining results will not be consistent with the Company's expectations; risks relating to possible variations in reserves, resources, grade, planned mining dilution and ore loss, or recovery rates and changes in project parameters as plans continue to be refined; mining and development risks, including risks related to accidents, equipment breakdowns, labour disputes (including work stoppages and strikes) or other unanticipated difficulties with or interruptions in exploration and development; the potential for delays in exploration or development activities or the completion of feasibility studies; risks related to the inherent uncertainty of production and cost estimates and the potential for unexpected costs and expenses; risks related to commodity price and foreign exchange rate fluctuations; the uncertainty of profitability based upon the cyclical nature of the industry in which the Company operates; risks related to failure to obtain adequate financing on a timely basis and on acceptable terms or delays in obtaining governmental or local community approvals or in the completion of development or construction activities; risks related to environmental regulation and liability; political and regulatory risks associated with mining and exploration; risks related to the uncertain global economic environment; and other factors contained in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in the Company's MD&A dated March 31, 2024.
Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, you are cautioned that this list is not exhaustive and there may be other factors that the Company has not identified. Furthermore, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements included in this release if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as otherwise required by applicable law.
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