Tara zinc mine expansion project, Ireland
Name of the Project
Tara zinc mine expansion project.
Location
Ireland.
Client
Boliden.
Project Description
Exploration at the Tara mine has identified a new mineralisation with an inferred mineral resource of ten-million tonnes.
Boliden has decided to expand the mine’s tailings dam and launch a programme to extend the life-of-mine.
Jobs to be Created
Not stated.
Net Present Value/Internal Rate of Return
Not stated.
Value
The project will involve an estimated investment of €33-million.
The construction of an exploration drift to the new deposit at a cost of €11-million has also been approved.
Duration
The new tailings dam will have sufficient capacity for production at current levels until 2026.
Latest Developments
The project is conditional on obtaining the necessary official permits.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
Boliden, tel +353 46 908 2000, fax +353 46 908 2590 or email info@boliden.com.
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