Core Insights - Abcourt Mines Inc. has commenced operations at the Sleeping Giant Project mill in Eeyou Istchee, Québec, marking a significant milestone for the company [1][2] - The mill is currently processing material sourced entirely from the Sleeping Giant project, with plans to pour the first gold bar since 2014 within weeks [2] - Historically, from 1987 to 2014, the mill processed 3.37 million tons of ore at a grade of 10.29 g/t Au, yielding 1,073,111 ounces of gold [3] Company Operations - The mill has been out of care and maintenance mode, indicating progress in operations and a positive outlook for the ramp-up and testing phase [4] - Abcourt has invested in bringing the mill back to operational status, which includes processing a 5,000-ton bulk sample from the Pershing-Manitou deposit in 2024 [3] - The company plans to engage with the investment community through various trade shows, including the Mining Forum Americas 2025, to showcase its achievements [4] Company Background - Abcourt Mines Inc. is a Canadian exploration company with properties in northwestern Québec, focusing on the Sleeping Giant mine and mill, as well as the Flordin property [6]
Abcourt starts the mill at the Sleeping Giant Project
Globenewswire·2025-08-20 11:00