A contracted helicopter conducting operations for dual-listed SolGold on one of the company’s regional exploration concessions has crashed, killing the pilot and contractor technician.
The accident happened on Sunday morning, north of the town Salinas, in Imbabura province.
No SolGold employees, contractors or consultants were involved in the accident.
"The board, management and staff of SolGold are deeply saddened by this tragic accident and extend our condolences to the families of both the pilot and the technician,” said SolGold MD Nick Mather in a statement.
The helicopter was operated by Avioandes.