Longonjo Main Construction well underway14 Jan 2026 07:21
Highlights include:
Grupo Nov, the Angolan civil and earthworks company already involved in the Longonjo early works program, has completed site preparation and has commenced construction of the SRK designed Tailings Storage Facility according to Global Industry Standards on Tailings Management,
The concrete batching plant has been established to provide for the civils and piling works required for the senior load bearing foundations of major equipment items on the compacted process plant terrace area,
NCP has completed fabrication of the 2 MW regrind circuit ball mill which awaits delivery to site once foundations are complete during the next quarter,
Clark in Brazil has commenced construction of the 250 tonne-per-day modular sulphuric acid plant after the completion of the Hazard and Operability Study review in late 2025,
Procurement of all long lead items has been enabled to meet the targeted construction and budget schedules post conclusion of the detailed design processes by Lycopodium and Pro Process,
Following procurement completion of the balance of the major capital items including flotation columns, calciner, thickeners and nano-filtration units, all detailed design and fabrication schedules remain on track for delivery from the respective vendors,
Additional plant storage and laydown areas have been completed ahead of deliveries and installation due from mid-2026 onwards, and
Regional government recognition and awards have been received for the Company's positive economic and social impact, including community outreach programmes guided by IFC and Equator Principles risk management compliance.