Silver Storm Mining ordered 10 new underground units (scooptrams, trucks, drills) from Siton, deliveries starting January 2026, and is rehabilitating existing Sandvik fleet. Ventilation upgrades include two Howden primary fans and 15 auxiliaries. These support safe operations for potential La Parrilla mine restart in Q2 2026.
Mercado Minerals signed community access and exploration agreements with two ejidos in Copalito, Sinaloa, Mexico, for its project. Agreements include annual fees of 100,000 MXN starting 2026, road repairs, and one-year renewals, advancing the drilling permit process.
Orogen Royalties announced continued exploration success at its 2% NSR royalty on the Ermitaño gold-silver mine in Mexico, operated by First Majestic. High-grade intercepts extended mineralization at Navidad and Luna zones, with plant expansion and resource upgrades planned for 2025.
Fortune Bay appointed Ronald Halas, P.Eng., as Senior Mining Advisor for its 100% owned Goldfields Project in Saskatchewan. Halas brings 35+ years of gold mining experience. Recent drilling at Box deposit targets extensions; assays, metallurgical results, and permitting advances expected in early 2026 toward PFS.
Heliostar Metals restarted mining at its San Agustin gold mine in Durango, Mexico, after approvals. Operations include open-pit blasting and equipment mobilization. Reserves support 45,000 oz gold production; ongoing drilling targets extensions to extend mine life beyond 1.2 years.
Vizsla Silver is acquiring 10 strategic claims (2,378 Ha) surrounding its Panuco project in Mexico from Fresnillo plc for US$2M cash and US$4M in shares. The claims host potential vein extensions, enhancing resource growth potential post the November 2025 Feasibility Study.
Kootenay Silver discloses engagement of Sideways Frequency LLC for $500K in promotional marketing services, compliant with policies and under company editorial control. Recent OTCQX trading surge attributed mainly to rising silver prices, positive market, and drill results, not promotions. No undisclosed involvement.
Advance Metals provides an update on drilling at its Yoquivo Silver-Gold Project in Mexico, with new high-grade intercepts confirming vein continuity and extension potential across multiple structures, supporting ongoing resource expansion efforts.
First Majestic Silver Corp. agrees to sell its Del Toro Silver Mine in Zacatecas, Mexico, to Sierra Madre Gold & Silver Ltd. for up to US$60M: US$30M upfront (US$20M cash + US$10M shares) plus up to US$30M in contingent payments tied to milestones. Closing expected early 2026, subject to approvals.
Sierra Madre Gold & Silver Ltd. agrees to acquire Del Toro Silver Mine from First Majestic for up to US$60M (US$20M cash + US$10M shares upfront; up to US$30M contingent). Announces concurrent $50M subscription receipts offering to fund deal and restart production (target mid-2028).
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