Arkadian Strategic Metals plc has paused blasting to allow a detailed sampling and mineralogy review at Clogau-St David’s gold mine in North Wales.
PROCESSING
Underground operations are focused on the Lower Llechfraith target development area of level five, and include a review other parts of the mine before deciding the next phase of work.
“This step is intended to strengthen the technical basis for future decisions,” said the company.
“At Clogau, where gold occurrence can be highly variable, sampling, mineralogy and processing behaviour are central to understanding which material should be prioritised and how future work should be planned.”
Processing has restarted after the impact crusher underwent a major service and worn parts were replaced.
Underground winch repairs and overhaul work continue.
Across the overall project, Arkadian has completed bat surveys to provide updated environmental data for future exploration of other “in-mine” targets.
The company has also submitted a permitted development notification for the next phase of trenching at the historic waste tip.
Additionally, a site operations manager has been appointed to aid activities.
“Together, these workstreams are designed to improve technical understanding, support better sequencing of underground activity and ensure that future decisions are guided by geology, operational readiness and environmental requirements,” added Arkadian.