By Panorama Minero
The DIA is the principal environmental approval required in Salta Province for mining projects to advance to construction and commence operations. Receipt of this approval represents a significant milestone in the advancement of Diablillos and confirms that the Project has met the rigorous environmental, social and technical standards established by provincial authorities.
John Miniotis, President and CEO, commented, “Receiving the DIA approval is a major achievement for AbraSilver and a key step toward advancing Diablillos to a construction decision. We greatly appreciate the strong collaboration and support from the authorities and local communities throughout the permitting process. This milestone significantly de-risks the Project and further reinforces our confidence in Diablillos as a premier undeveloped silver-gold asset globally.”
The approval follows a comprehensive technical review process conducted by Salta’s environmental and mining authorities, which included evaluation of detailed baseline environmental studies, water management plans, infrastructure design, and community engagement initiatives. The Company has worked closely with local stakeholders to ensure the Project is developed in accordance with high environmental standards and responsible mining practices.
With the receipt of this key approval, the Company is rapidly advancing critical development workstreams, including completion of the Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS), detailed engineering, early works studies and project financing initiatives, all aimed at supporting a formal construction decision.
Catamarca Permitting Update
In parallel, the environmental permitting process in Catamarca Province is progressing well. In recent days, the Company conducted technical presentations with the Antofagasta de la Sierra and Ciénaga Redonda communities, hosted a site visit by authorities, key stakeholders, and representatives of the local community, and held a public consultation meeting in the Ciénaga Redonda community, which received strong support from local residents and suppliers. As part of the consultation process, the project file will remain open for public review until May 7, at which point the process will be completed. Thereafter, the Company expects to receive the corresponding Environmental Impact Declaration (DIA) approval from Catamarca provincial authorities, which would represent the final major permitting milestone for the Project.
