Cost increase10 Feb 2021 11:42
Let's hope this is just a bump in the road. The fact that covid restrictions cause a delay I can fully understand. Also sea freight prices are going trough the roof at the moment, I've heard prices of 6 times more or higher compared with last year.
Mining equipment also went up a lot (Just look how much caterpillar shares went up the last 6 month)
However I wonder what is meant by 'a change in civil engineering requirements' of the floatation circuit. Does it mean they need replace equipment or make a complete new design ? This can have serious impact so would like to hear more information on it
Also The bulkhead issue worries me a bit. In interviews the CEO said the mine was left in stellar condition so I assumed they did an inspection of the construction.
I just hope they don't skip too many steps by trying to run into production. in my opinion the 2 points above are setbacks not related to Covid or price increases.