IAMGOLD Acquires Mines D’Or Orbec to Consolidate Quebec Land Position and Expand Gold Resources

Core Insights - IAMGOLD Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire all outstanding common shares of Mines D'Or Orbec Inc. to consolidate its land position in Quebec's Chibougamau region [1] - The acquisition aims to add the Muus Project, which is adjacent to IAMGOLD's existing Nelligan and Monster Lake assets, enhancing its exploration potential [1][3] Group 1: Acquisition Details - The Muus Project adds 24,979 hectares of mineral rights, increasing IAMGOLD's total property in the area to 38,403 hectares [2] - The project is strategically located at the intersection of two significant deformation zones, enhancing its geological potential [2] Group 2: Resource Expansion - The combined Nelligan and Monster Lake Projects hold estimated Measured and Indicated Mineral Resources of 3.2 million ounces of gold and Inferred Mineral Resources of 5.6 million ounces of gold [3] - IAMGOLD plans to expand its exploration program in the region, focusing on extending mineralization at both Nelligan and Monster Lake [3]