Andean Precious Metals Corp. reports operating and corporate developments for a precious metals producer with assets in the Americas. The company owns and operates the San Bartolome processing facility in Potosí, Bolivia, and the Golden Queen mine in Kern County, California. Recurring updates cover production results, silver and gold output, throughput, grades, mine planning, exploration activity, and production, cost, and capital investment guidance.
Company news also includes financing arrangements, capital-structure updates, senior management and board changes, and market-access developments tied to Andean's common shares. The coverage reflects the company's effort to build a multi-asset precious metals portfolio while maintaining operating disclosures for its producing assets.
Andean Precious Metals Corp. (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) has published its 2023 Sustainability Report, highlighting significant progress in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance. Key achievements include:
- Environmental: ISO 14001:2015 certification, reduced emissions to 5.20 kg CO₂e/oz, and zero significant environmental incidents.
- Social: Strong economic contribution to Potosi, implementation of Indigenous Development Plan, and improved gender impact in local communities.
- Health and Safety: Renewed ISO 45001:2018 certification and introduced an electronic reporting system for safety risks.
The company's Bolivian subsidiary, Empresa Minera Manquiri, renewed certifications including the RMI Responsible Minerals Initiative for silver. Andean Precious Metals remains committed to sustainable mining practices and positive community impact.
Andean Precious Metals Corp. (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) held its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on August 15, 2024. The meeting saw a strong shareholder turnout, with 88.37% of the company's total issued and outstanding shares represented. Shareholders approved all management resolutions, including:
- Fixing the number of directors at seven
- Electing seven members to the Board of Directors
- Re-approving KPMG LLP as the company's auditors
The elected Board members are Grant Angwin, Yohan Bouchard, Felipe Canales, Peter Gundy, Alberto Morales, Ramiro Villarreal, and Michele Ashby.
Andean Precious Metals Corp. (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) reported record consolidated production and revenues for Q2 2024. Highlights include:
- 29,888 gold equivalent ounces produced, a 40% increase from Q1 2024
- $69.8 million in consolidated revenue, up 62% from Q1 2024
- $14.5 million gross profit, compared to $3.2 million in Q1 2024
- $9.4 million net income, versus a $0.1 million loss in Q1 2024
- Strong liquid assets of $87.0 million as of June 30, 2024
- New Fine Minerals Processing Facility commissioned on July 23, 2024
The company maintained its 2024 production guidance of 115,000 gold equivalent ounces (+/- 5%) and cost guidance for its Golden Queen and San Bartolomé operations.
Andean Precious Metals (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) has announced the commissioning of the Fines Disposal Facility (FDF) at its San Bartolomé Silver Mine in Bolivia. The new Fine Minerals Processing Plant is now operational, processing 1,300 tonnes per day with plans to increase to 1,500 tonnes per day in Q3 2024. The FDF contains 3.3 million tonnes of proven and probable mineral reserves grading 58 g/t of silver, with initial silver grades of 25 g/t expected to increase as production progresses.
The project aims to enhance sustainability by utilizing previously considered waste material as a valuable resource. CEO Alberto Morales expects the FDF to improve the mine's overall performance and gross operating margin. Additionally, the company announced that Segun Odunuga will be stepping down as EVP, Finance, effective July 31, 2024.
Andean Precious Metals Corp. (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) has announced the commissioning of production from the Fines Disposal Facility (FDF) at the San Bartolomé Silver Mine in Bolivia. The new Fine Minerals Processing Plant is now operational, processing 1,300 tonnes per day with plans to increase to 1,500 tonnes per day in Q3 2024. The FDF contains an estimated 3.3 million tonnes of proven and probable mineral reserves grading 58 g/t of silver.
The project aims to enhance sustainability by utilizing previously considered waste material as a valuable resource. Initial silver grades during startup will be 25 g/t, with average extractions expected to range from 69.76% to 75.56%. The company also announced that Segun Odunuga will be stepping down as EVP, Finance, effective July 31, 2024.
Andean Precious Metals Corp. (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) has announced its upcoming second quarter 2024 financial results release and conference call schedule. The company will report its Q2 2024 results after market close on August 13, 2024, followed by a conference call and webcast on August 14, 2024, at 9:00 am ET. Participants can join via webcast or dial-in numbers provided.
Additionally, Andean will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on August 15, 2024, at 12:00 pm ET in Toronto, Ontario. Shareholders of record as of July 3, 2024, are eligible to vote. The management information circular with voting details is available on SEDAR+.
Andean Precious Metals Corp. (TSXV: APM) (OTCQX: ANPMF) has engaged ICP Securities Inc. for automated market making services. ICP will use its proprietary algorithm, ICP Premium™, in compliance with TSX Venture Exchange policies and applicable legislation. The agreement includes:
- A fee of C$7,500 plus taxes per month, payable in advance
- An initial term of four months, automatically renewable for subsequent one-month terms
- No performance factors or stock options included
ICP's role will primarily focus on correcting temporary imbalances in the supply and demand of Andean's shares. ICP is an arm's length party to Andean and will be responsible for its own costs in buying and selling the company's shares.
Andean Precious Metals has appointed Sylvain Lessard as President and General Manager of Golden Queen Mine, effective July 11, 2024. Lessard, with over 30 years of experience in the mining sector, has a distinguished career that includes senior roles at Hecla Quebec, Casa Berardi Mine, and Tacora Resources. His expertise in open pit mining operations and strategic leadership aligns with Andean's goals of operational excellence and cost control. Lessard holds a Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering from École Polytechnique de Montréal and has professional training in Lean Management and Leadership. This appointment aims to strengthen Andean's position in the industry.
Andean Precious Metals announced the grant of 227,398 restricted share units (RSUs) to certain executive officers as a special bonus for the successful closing of the Golden Queen Transaction on April 2, 2024. These RSUs, approved by the Board, will vest 12 months from the date of grant. Upon vesting, each RSU will be converted into one common share of Andean or may be settled via a cash payment if both parties agree.
Andean Precious Metals, through its subsidiary Soledad Holdings, announced its decision not to pay the remaining balance for acquiring Golden Queen Mining Company in common shares.
As previously stated on November 27, 2023, Andean had finalized the acquisition on November 24, 2023, from Auvergne Umbrella This decision to opt for cash payments over common shares is irrevocable. The company's ticker on TSXV is APM and on OTCQX is ANPMF.