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Lindero Mine: Leach pad expansion completed

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Lindero Mine: Leach pad expansion completed
Lindero Mine: Leach pad expansion completed
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Fortuna Mining announced that, during the first quarter of 2025, 1.46 million tonnes of ore were mined, with a stripping ratio of 1.8:1 in line with the plan for the year. A total of 1.75 million tonnes of ore were placed on the leach pad averaging 0.55 g/t Au, containing an estimated 30,943 ounces of gold. Tonnes of ore placed on the leach pad was similar to the previous quarter.

By Panorama Minero

Lindero’s gold production for the quarter was 20,320 ounces, comprised of 18,983 ounces in doré bars, 615 ounces contained in rich fine carbon, 39 ounces contained in copper precipitate, and 963 ounces contained in precipitated sludge. The 24 percent decrease in production compared to the previous quarter is explained by the 8 percent lower ore grade placed on the pad since December 2024 and timing in the leaching of gold from the pad. This is in line with the planned mining sequence and expected kinetics for the period.

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The leach pad expansion project was completed at the end of the first quarter, with minor close-out activities and demobilization now taking place. This expansion will serve the mine for the next decade.

The 14.5 MWh photovoltaic plant project is approximately 76 percent complete, with earthworks and hydraulic works both finished. Installation of trackers, panels, and electric works are ongoing, and the project remains on schedule to be completed by the third quarter of 2025.

Published by: Panorama Minero

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