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Peruvian Metals Corp. reports developments tied to its Canadian exploration and mineral processing business in Peru. Company news centers on the 80%-owned Aguila Norte processing plant in Northern Peru, toll milling services, production of high-grade marketable concentrates from mineral purchases, and the acquisition and development of precious and base metal properties.
Recurring updates include Aguila Norte processing activity, environmental and surface-rights matters, plant expansion planning, metallurgical work at the 100%-owned Palta Dorada gold-silver property, and equity financing used for plant improvements, acquisitions, and working capital.
Peruvian Metals (DUVNF) reports 2026 year-to-date operating performance and tailings sampling results from its 80%-owned Aguila Norte processing plant in Northern Peru.
During July and August 2026, Aguila Norte processed 6,046 metric tonnes/b), and has now operated at full production capacity for , remaining on track for another full-capacity year. Since 2017, the plant has processed 221,020 mt. A major overhaul and maintenance program on the ball mill and crushing circuit was completed between April and July without affecting production.
Sampling of the tailings area returned an average of 2.4 g Au/mt and 90 g Ag/mt, which at stated metal prices equates to 0.108 oz Au equivalent/mt. A metallurgical composite sample graded 1.76 g Au/mt and 75 g Ag/mt, with test work indicating recoveries of 93% for gold and 87% for silver. The company plans to seek a permit modification and design an additional process to treat tailings, with a detailed report to be filed in Q4 with the Peruvian Ministry of Mines.
Peruvian Metals (OTC: DUVNF) reported 2026 progress on the Mercedes silver-gold property in central Peru. The company owns 50% of San Maurizo Mines, which holds 100% of Mercedes via Basic Minerals, and is jointly developing the project with 50% partner Hudson Heartland on an equal cost-sharing basis.
Metallurgical testing achieved recoveries of 97.85% silver and 92.19% gold. Underground work has reopened historic workings, identifying five mineralized structures. A random stockpile grab from the Victor II vein returned 5.88 g/t Au, 5.55 oz/t Ag, 4.95% Pb and 7.07% Zn, while a 0.60 m sample from the Kelly vein graded 3.16 g/t Au, 8.42 oz/t Ag, 0.58% Pb and 4.88% Zn.
Peruvian Metals plans a 225 m drift to crosscut the Kelly, Victor I and Victor II veins, creating up to six mineralized faces, with some permits still pending. Initial underground material is being stockpiled for a pilot bulk sample at the company’s Aguila Norte plant. Permits for broader bulk sampling crosscuts are described as almost complete.
Peruvian Metals (OTC:DUVNF, TSXV:PER) reported first-half 2026 production at its 80%-owned Aguila Norte plant in northern Peru. The plant operated at full capacity, processing 18,269 tonnes of third-party mineral versus 18,500 tonnes in 2025 and 14,869 tonnes in 2024.
The slight year-over-year decline was attributed to planned maintenance and a ball mill overhaul, completed on time and budget. The company anticipates full-capacity operations for the rest of 2026 and expects a record production year. Aguila Norte holds an environmental permit allowing expansion beyond 100 tonnes per day, and the plant has processed nearly 210,000 tonnes since 2018.
Peruvian Metals (OTC: DUVNF) expanded the tailings facility at its 80%-owned Aguila Norte plant in northern Peru, extending tailings life by at least two years, funded from processing cash flow. April production ran at full capacity, processing 3,007 tonnes, for 12,220 tonnes year to date.
The company is performing upgrades and maintenance on the crushing circuit and ball mill, not expected to hinder production, and plans to connect the plant to the national power grid to lower processing costs. It also intends to expand capacity to 350 tonnes per day and add a circuit targeting Au-Ag-Cu concentrates. Peruvian Metals granted 3.3 million stock options exercisable at $0.35 until May 12, 2031, subject to regulatory approval.
Peruvian Metals (OTC: DUVNF) engaged Apollo Shareholder Relations Ltd. to deliver digital investor communications and outreach. The consulting agreement, effective April 16, 2026, has an initial six-month term with automatic six-month renewals and total initial fees of $60,000 payable monthly.
The company will, subject to TSXV approval, grant Apollo 600,000 stock options exercisable at $0.18 for two years; first-and-last month fees of $20,000 plus GST are payable in advance.
Peruvian Metals (OTC: DUVNF) announced independent metallurgical results from the Palta Dorada property showing 89% gold recovery and improved 75% silver recovery on sulphide material using flotation.
The sulphide composite head grade assayed 11.10 g Au/mt and 4.67 oz Ag/mt. Plans include two access tunnels and processing sulphides at the Aguila Norte plant.
Peruvian Metals (OTC: DUVNF) reports the Aguila Norte plant ran at full capacity in Q1 2026, processing 9,212 metric tonnes, slightly above Q1 2025 (9,168 mt). The company secured a 10-year surface-rights extension and closed financings in February–March to fund equipment upgrades and maintenance.
Assays from on-concession and nearby workings returned notable grades, including 1.487 g Au/mt, 3.00% Cu and averaged 3.15% soluble Cu from four surface samples.
Peruvian Metals (OTC: DUVNF) closed the second and final tranche of a non-brokered private placement on March 31, 2026, issuing 800,000 Units at $0.15 each for gross proceeds of $120,000, bringing total Offering proceeds to $900,000 (6,000,000 Units).
Each Unit includes one common share and one-half warrant exercisable at $0.20 for two years; the company paid finders fees of $24,399 and issued 162,659 finders warrants. Net proceeds target Aguila Norte plant expansion, potential acquisitions, and working capital. Resale restrictions expire July 26 and July 31, 2026. Completion remains subject to TSX Venture Exchange approvals.
Peruvian Metals (OTC: DUVNF) closed a non-brokered private placement on March 26, 2026, issuing 5,200,000 Units at $0.15 per Unit for gross proceeds of $780,000. Each Unit includes one common share and one-half warrant exercisable at $0.20 for one year.
The company paid $15,999 cash in finders fees and issued 106,659 finders warrants. Insiders purchased 81,300 Units. Securities are restricted from resale until July 26, 2026, and closing remains subject to TSX Venture Exchange approvals. Net proceeds will fund Aguila Norte plant expansion, potential acquisitions, and working capital.
Peruvian Metals (OTC: DUVNF) upsized a non‑brokered private placement to raise up to $1,050,000 by issuing 7,000,000 units at $0.15 per unit. Each unit includes one common share and one‑half warrant exercisable at $0.20 for two years.
Warrants include an acceleration clause if shares trade at or above $0.40 for five consecutive trading days. Securities will be subject to a four‑month plus one‑day hold. Closing remains subject to TSX Venture Exchange final approval.