4 Mar 2013 07:00
4 March 2013
Sirius Minerals Plc
Pipeline planning update
The Directors of Sirius Minerals Plc (AIM: SXX, OTCQX: SRUXY) ("Sirius" or the "Company"), the globally diversified potash development group, are pleased to provide an update on the York Potash Project pipeline (the "pipeline") planning approval process.
As part of the formal pre-application process for the development consent order for the Pipeline, drafts of relevant reports and supporting statements have been provided to the Planning Inspectorate ("PINS").
This is a standard process ahead of a full submission to ensure that the procedural requirements are understood by the applicants. PINS will review the documentation and provide feedback to the Company in due course. The full pipeline application is expected to be submitted within the next two months.
Chris Fraser, Managing Director and CEO of Sirius, commented:
"Formally submitting statements to the Planning Inspectorate is another important step in the approvals process of the York Potash Project. Planning consent for the pipeline will allow the York Potash Project to utilise a tried and tested technology that transports the mineral in the most efficient, effective and sustainable way possible."
For further information, please contact:
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Peter McLennan(General Manager - Investor Relations)
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About Sirius Minerals Plc
Sirius Minerals is a globally diversified potash development company. Its primary focus is to bring on stream major potash mining facilities through the acquisition and development of projects overlying recognised potash deposits. Today it holds properties in the United Kingdom (North Yorkshire), the United States (North Dakota), and Australia (Queensland). Incorporated in 2003, Sirius Minerals' shares are traded on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market. Its shares are also traded in the United States on the OTCQX through a sponsored ADR facility. Further information on the Company can be found at www.siriusminerals.com.