Silver Storm has commenced hot commissioning of the expanded 1,250 tpd sulphide processing circuit at its La Parrilla mine in Durango, using high-grade stockpiled sulphide material to produce silver-rich lead and zinc concentrates. The milestone advances the mine restart, supported by extended Samsung offtake terms and a US$5 million financing from First Majestic.

Mining Americas produced 9,105 ounces of gold from its Pan Mine in Nevada during Q2 2026, bringing first-half production to 17,839 ounces. The company remains on track to meet its 40,000–45,000-ounce annual guidance, with higher grades and production expected in the second half as mining advances into better ore zones.

Riverside Resources completed a C$992,563 founder financing for Ravena Resources through the issuance of 4.96 million shares at C$0.20 each. The financing supports advancement of the Los Cuarentas project and marks the first step toward spinning out Riverside’s Sonora gold-silver and copper-gold exploration assets into a new TSX Venture-listed company.

Pinnacle Silver and Gold has arranged a non-brokered private placement to raise up to C$2.2 million through the sale of units priced at C$0.11. The proceeds will fund advancement of the high-grade El Potrero gold-silver project in Durango, project evaluations, and general working capital.

Aura Minerals reported preliminary Q2 2026 production of 75,437 gold equivalent ounces (GEO) and H1 2026 production of 157,574 GEO. Q2 production declined 8% from Q1 due to planned mine sequencing but remains in line with annual guidance. The company expects stronger production in the second half of 2026 as higher-grade mining areas are accessed and growth projects advance.

Empress Royalty agreed to acquire a portfolio of 14 pre-production NSR royalties from Almadex Minerals, expanding its royalty exposure across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. The portfolio includes projects operated by companies such as Alamos Gold, McEwen Mining, Kodiak Copper, and Westhaven Gold, providing long-term exploration and development upside while supporting Empress’ strategy of building a diversified precious metals royalty portfolio.

Independent proxy advisory firms, including ISS, recommended that Orla shareholders vote FOR the proposed business combination with Equinox Gold, citing the strategic benefits of a larger, more diversified North American gold producer with stronger long-term growth potential. Orla’s Board unanimously supports the transaction, with shareholder voting due by July 20 ahead of the July 22 special meeting.

Independent proxy advisory firms, including ISS, recommended that Equinox Gold shareholders vote FOR the share issuance required to complete the proposed acquisition of Orla Mining. ISS concluded the merger would diversify Equinox’s asset base, enhance strategic flexibility, and improve long-term production potential. Both companies’ boards unanimously support the transaction, with shareholder voting closing July 20 ahead of the July 22 special meeting.