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Atico Mining Corporation (ATCMF) delivers copper and gold production through its Latin American operations while advancing high-potential exploration projects. This news hub provides investors and industry observers with essential updates on operational performance, resource development, and strategic initiatives.
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Atico Mining has received an unfavorable ruling in its royalty dispute with Colombia's National Mining Agency (NMA) regarding the El Roble property. The tribunal ordered the company to pay approximately US$29 million in back copper royalties dating from 1994, adjusted for Colombian inflation and interest.
The company has already paid approximately US$12 million (estimated at US$15 million when adjusted) through an ongoing Payment Plan with the NMA. Atico currently holds about 6,500 wet metric tonnes of unsold concentrate as security, valued at approximately US$2000 per dry metric tonne at recent metal prices.
The ruling could significantly impact Atico's financial position, affecting its working capital and ability to meet existing and future financial obligations. The company is reviewing the decision with legal counsel and seeking clarification on several points with the Tribunal and NMA.
Atico Mining has reported its Q4 and full-year 2024 production results from the El Roble mine. The company produced 3.7 million pounds of copper and 1,918 ounces of gold in Q4 2024, and 13.67 million pounds of copper and 9,025 ounces of gold for the full year 2024.
Q4 2024 showed decreases compared to Q4 2023, with copper production down 16% and gold production down 26%. However, the full-year copper production increased by 3% over 2023, while gold production decreased by 11%. The company met its production guidance for most metrics, with only gold production slightly below budget due to decreased head grade.
For 2025, Atico has set production guidance of 11,000-12,300 thousand pounds of copper and 12,000-13,500 ounces of gold, with a C1 Cash Cost of $1.60-$1.70 per pound.
Atico Mining reported Q3 2024 financial results with income from mining operations of $5.8 million and net income of $1.2 million. The El Roble mine produced 2.9 million pounds of copper and 2,072 ounces of gold at a cash cost of $2.44 per payable pound. Sales increased 61% to $24.6 million compared to Q3-2023. Production decreased 23% for both copper and gold due to lower grades and processed ore. The company's working capital improved to $6.9 million from a $2.1 million deficit at the end of 2023.
Atico Mining reports Q3 2024 production results from El Roble mine, with 2.91 million pounds of copper and 2,055 ounces of gold in concentrates, marking decreases of 23% and 19% respectively compared to Q3 2023. The mine is transitioning from lower areas to new higher-grade reserves in upper areas, leading to planned reduction in production rates. Average processed tonnes per day reached 858, with copper head grade at 2.12% and gold head grade at 1.51 g/t. The company maintains copper and gold recovery rates of 92% and 65% respectively.
Atico Mining reported its Q2 2024 financial results, posting income from mining operations of $2.6 million and a net loss of $0.4 million. Key highlights include:
- Production at El Roble mine: 3.7 million lbs of copper and 2,850 oz of gold in concentrate
- Cash cost: $1.48 per payable pound of copper
- Sales decreased 11% to $10.9 million due to weather-related shipping delays
- Cash margin increased 68% to $2.86 per pound of payable copper
- All-in sustaining cash cost reduced to $2.32 per payable pound of copper
The company expects strong revenues in Q3 2024 to offset this quarter's results. Atico is focused on achieving production guidelines, advancing the La Plata project, and executing a near-mine drill program at El Roble.
Atico Mining (TSX.V: ATY | OTCQX: ATCMF) has extended its US$10 million credit facility with Trafigura PTE. The maturity date has been pushed from August 8, 2024, to July 31, 2026. The new agreement includes a structured repayment schedule with varying installments from January 2025 to July 2026. The outstanding principal will bear interest at a rate of SOFR plus 7.5%.
Atico Mining is focused on copper and gold projects in Latin America, operating the El Roble mine and developing the La Plata VMS project in Ecuador. This credit facility extension provides the company with additional financial flexibility to support its growth-oriented strategy in the region.
Atico Mining (TSX.V: ATY | OTCQX: ATCMF) reported strong Q2 2024 production results from its El Roble mine. Copper production increased 33% to 3.73 million pounds, while gold production rose 25% to 2,874 ounces compared to Q2 2023. Key improvements include:
- Average processed tonnes per day up 7% to 852
- Copper head grade up 27% to 2.59%
- Gold head grade up 9% to 1.94 g/t
- Copper and gold recovery increased to 92% and 65% respectively
However, a shipping delay impacted Q2 financials, with only 60% of a planned concentrate shipment loaded by June 30. The remaining 40% will be recognized in Q3 financials. The company expects continued strong production in H2 2024 as it accesses newly discovered high-grade ore areas.
Atico Mining has announced the granting of 2,346,811 incentive stock options to its directors, officers, employees, and consultants. These options are exercisable at $0.165 per share for a period of five years. Atico is a growth-focused company specializing in copper and gold projects in Latin America, currently operating the El Roble mine and developing the La Plata VMS project in Ecuador. The company aims to generate significant cash flow and is actively seeking additional advanced-stage opportunities.
Atico Mining announced the completion of the NI 43-101 Feasibility Study for its La Plata Project in Ecuador. The study reveals initial Probable Mineral Reserves of 2.51 Mt with significant copper, gold, silver, and zinc grades.
Key highlights include average annual production estimates of 9.71 Mlbs Cu, 15,929 oz Au, 226,299 oz Ag, and 13.25 Mlbs Zn over an 8.1-year mine life. The project requires an initial Capex of $91 million and anticipates a 25.1% after-tax IRR with a $93 million NPV at a 5% discount rate.
Underexplored areas represent just 1.6% of the total land package, indicating substantial exploration potential. Further, the study outlines a comprehensive process plant design and mining methods, along with capital and operating cost estimates.
Atico Mining announced its financial results for Q1-2024, reporting a net loss of $0.4 million despite a 39% increase in sales to $17.8 million. The El Roble mine produced 3.3 million lbs of copper and 2,185 oz of gold with cash costs of $2.57 per payable pound of copper. Key operational highlights include a 45% increase in copper production and a 14% decrease in gold production. The company faces challenges like higher costs and lower copper prices, but anticipates improved margins due to rising metal prices and new reserve developments.
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