Quite the output plan - 1,000,000 ounces per year25 Feb 2021 12:35
Big plans for a big asset -
"MONCHETUNDRA
A fully funded development project; with 15moz palladium dominated PGM resource, it is one of the largest assets globally not owned by a PGM major.
Asset overview:
Ownership: 80%
Operating Partners: Sinosteel, Central Kola Expedition
Region: Murmanskaya Oblast, Russian Kola Peninsula bordering Finland.
Mine type: Open pit.
Licensing: Mining license to 2038. Financed via Sinosteel EPCF.
Status: Preparation for production.
Product/Offtake: PGM and base metals concentrate (Palladium dominant, Platinum, Gold, Nickel and
Copper).
Infrastructure: Road, Rail, Sea Hub, Power and labour. Close to Finish border
Mine life: >20 years
Target production: 1,000koz at full capacity
Exploration upside: Expanding mineable reserve base via acquisition of adjacent licences"
When you have 5km exclusivity which is protected through Russian law, things can only be expanded upon, such a great first mover advantage the BOD have placed themselves in!
GLA