Vizsla Resources Corp. reports that, in light of increasing global responses to the COVID-19 virus outbreak, the Company has executed an internal plan to ensure employee and stakeholder health and safety as well as minimized disruption to exploration operations.
Pan American Silver Corp. today announced that it is temporarily suspending its operations in Argentina, including the Manantial Espejo mine, in order to comply with a mandatory national quarantine. The government of Argentina imposed the quarantine in response to COVID-19 and stated that it will be in effect until March 31, 2020. Pan American is also suspending supply deliveries and personnel transport at its San Vicente operations in Bolivia to comply with a mandatory national quarantine that is stated to be in effect until March 31, 2020.
Freeport-McMoRan Inc. announced today that in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting global economic uncertainties, its Board of Directors will suspend the quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share previously planned for May 1, 2020.
Bacanora Lithium plc, a lithium exploration and development company, provides an update on activities at its Sonora Lithium Project in Mexico following the outbreak of Covid-19. Bacanora’s first priority is the health and well-being of its staff, partners and its local communities and has taken all appropriate measures to protect them in accordance with the relevant governmental and regional requirements.
In response to yesterday’s declaration of a state of emergency by the Nova Scotia provincial government, the in-person meeting which was scheduled to be held at Hotel Halifax is replaced by teleconference.
“Our business continuity plans and rapid response teams have been fully mobilized in response to the COVID-19 global pandemic,” said Tom Palmer, President and Chief Executive Officer.
All operations and offices have implemented travel restrictions, supervision, monitoring and response plans to reduce the risk of COVID-19 exposure and outbreak. International travel has been suspended until further notice and health screening of any local contractors, visitors and employees has been implemented when appropriate.
We are in regular contact with local health authorities and continue to monitor global trends for best practice and adjust accordingly.
Pete Dougherty, President & CEO stated: “It is important to recognize the seriousness of the COVID-19 pandemic and while we have not experienced a known or suspected case in the Company to date, we have been and will continue to take precautionary measures. The health and safety of our workforce is paramount and we want to continue to maintain a safe work environment.”
Almaden Minerals Ltd. today announced that it has amended its private placement originally announced on March 10, 2020 in order to reflect current market conditions.
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