COFECE approval was the final government agency approval required before completing the merger, which is anticipated to occur between June 29, 2020 and July 3, 2020.
Riverside’s President and CEO, John-Mark Staude, stated: “We are delighted to continue our joint program and although having to modify the work program during the COVID times, BHP has been steadfast with Riverside in commitment to the exploration potential and discovery work we have in front of us while adjusting to the realities of working safely with regard for all stakeholders. Last year we acquired ground and now with this new funding we can progress in unlocking the value and acquiring additional prospects. We are excited for the progress and potential of this collaborative copper program and see great potential for drilling copper discoveries in Sonora.”
A unit of Mexican steelmaker Altos Hornos de Mexico (AHMSA) said on Friday it will lay off 2,000 workers in Mexico and 400 in Texas after state power company the Federal Electricity Commission “unilaterally” canceled a contract to purchase coal.
“La Joya is an advanced exploration and development stage project that will provide our shareholders with tremendous leverage in a rising metals market,” said Mike Romanik President of Silver Dollar. “The Property’s regional targets are of particular interest as they have never been followed up and their exploration potential remains untapped. The transaction also gives us an opportunity to work with First Majestic, one of the largest silver producers in Mexico.”
Shareholders voted in favor of all matters brought before the meeting including the appointment of auditors, the election of management’s nominees as directors, and the renewal of the Company’s 2.25% Share Unit Plan and the unallocated entitlements thereunder.
Net proceeds from the private placement will be used to fund acquisition costs of an indirect 100% interest in a mineral property in Brazil known as Lima as well as initial exploration work in preparation for bulk sampling at Lima, and for general working capital.
Greg McKenzie, President and CEO commented, “We would like to welcome Mr. English to the Golden Tag team as a Director of the Company. His years of extensive capital market experience will be valuable as we look to unlock shareholder value.”
The Company intends to use the net proceeds of the Offering to advance the Panuco project, as well as for working capital and general corporate purposes.
GR Silver Mining President and CEO, Marcio Fonseca, commented: “With the closing of this oversubscribed bought deal financing, GR Silver Mining now has a solid cash position on its balance sheet, placing the Company in a strong position to continue drilling activities in the Plomosas and San Marcial Project.”
“Telson Management is very pleased to have successfully negotiated and executed both the Nyrstar Letter Agreement and the Trafigura Letter Agreement to bring the Company out of its respective loan default status and conditionally defer interest and principle payments to June 30, 2021.”
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