Silvercorp Renews Mining License at Ying Mining District

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Silvercorp Metals Inc. (TSX: SVM) (NYSE American: SVM) has announced the renewal of the SGX Mine permit in the Ying Mining District for an additional 11 years, extending until September 24, 2035. The renewed Yuelianggou Mining License, which includes the SGX and HZG silver-lead-zinc mines, now has an increased production capacity of 500,000 tonnes per year.

To secure the renewal, Silvercorp completed various studies and reports, including a Mineral Resource estimate, mine development plan, and environmental impact assessments. The company is currently awaiting the final assessment of historical government investment in the License area, which may result in certain payments before the official paper certificate is issued.

The SGX and HZG mines are operating normally, and Silvercorp is working on a mine optimization plan to achieve the newly allowed production capacity.

Positive

• Mining license renewed for 11 years until September 24, 2035
• Increased production capacity to 500,000 tonnes per year
• SGX and HZG mines operating normally

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• Potential payments required based on assessment of historical government investment

Trading Symbol  TSX:  SVM
                                   NYSE AMERICAN: SVM

VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Silvercorp Metals Inc. ("Silvercorp" or the "Company") (TSX: SVM) (NYSE American: SVM) is pleased to announce that the SGX Mine permit has been renewed for another 11 years with an increased capacity of 500,000 tonnes per year, based on the information posted on the website of the Mineral Rights Administration of the Department of Natural Resources of Henan Province. The Yuelianggou Mining License (the "License") containing the SGX and HZG silver-lead-zinc mines, located in the western part of the Ying Mining District, has been renewed until September 24, 2035 with an increase in production capacity to 500,000 tonnes per year. 

To renew a mining permit, the Company is required to complete a series of studies and reports, including a Mineral Resource estimate to Chinese standards, a mine development plan, a mine reclamation plan, an environment and soil preservation plan, an Environment Impact Study update, and a safety production facility construction design. All these studies are required to be reviewed by independent panels and then filed with government authorities.

Subject to a final assessment of historical government investment in the License area which may result in certain payments, the License in paper certificate will be issued to Silvercorp.  Currently, the SGX and HZG mines are operating normally and is also working on the mine optimization plan to achieve allowed production capacity of 500,000 tonnes per year.

Guoliang Ma, P. Geo., Manager of Exploration and Resource of the Company, is the Qualified Person for Silvercorp under NI 43-101 and has reviewed and given consent to the technical information contained in this news release.

About Silvercorp

Silvercorp is a Canadian mining company producing silver, gold, lead, and zinc with a long history of profitability and growth potential. The Company's strategy is to create shareholder value by 1) focusing on generating free cashflow from long-life mines; 2) organic growth through extensive drilling for discovery; 3) ongoing merger and acquisition efforts to unlock value; and 4) a long-term commitment to responsible mining and ESG. For more information, please visit our website at www.silvercorpmetals.com.

For further information:

Silvercorp Metals Inc.
Lon Shaver, President
Phone: (604) 669‐9397
Toll Free 1(888) 224‐1881
Email: investor@silvercorp.ca
Website: www.silvercorpmetals.com

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The Company's forward-looking statements are based on the assumptions, beliefs, expectations and opinions of management as of the date of this news release, and other than as required by applicable securities laws, the Company does not assume any obligation to update forward-looking statements if circumstances or management's assumptions, beliefs, expectations or opinions should change, or changes in any other events affecting such statements. Assumptions may prove to be incorrect and actual results may differ materially from those anticipated. Consequently, guidance cannot be guaranteed. For the reasons set forth above, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.

A comprehensive discussion of risks that impact Silvercorp, and additional information relating to the Company including Silvercorp's Annual Information Form can be obtained under the Company's profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca, on EDGAR at www.sec.gov, and on the Company's website at www.silvercorpmetals.com.

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FAQ

What is the new production capacity for Silvercorp's SGX Mine after the license renewal?

The renewed mining license for Silvercorp's SGX Mine now allows for an increased production capacity of 500,000 tonnes per year.

How long has Silvercorp's mining license been extended for the Ying Mining District?

Silvercorp's mining license for the Ying Mining District has been renewed for an additional 11 years, extending until September 24, 2035.

What mines are included in Silvercorp's renewed Yuelianggou Mining License (SVM)?

The renewed Yuelianggou Mining License includes the SGX and HZG silver-lead-zinc mines, located in the western part of the Ying Mining District.

What studies did Silvercorp (SVM) need to complete for the mining license renewal?

Silvercorp completed various studies including a Mineral Resource estimate, mine development plan, mine reclamation plan, environment and soil preservation plan, Environment Impact Study update, and a safety production facility construction design.