Lion Copper and Gold Corp. Appoints Samuel Engineering as Lead Consultant for Definitive Feasibility Study and Nexus Environmental Consultants as Lead Permitting Consultant for Yerington Copper Project

Core Viewpoint - Lion Copper and Gold Corp. has appointed Samuel Engineering as the lead consultant for the Definitive Feasibility Study of the Yerington Copper Project and NEXUS Environmental Consultants for permitting and environmental management, marking a significant advancement in the project's development [1][2]. Group 1: Project Development - The appointments of Samuel Engineering and NEXUS Environmental Consultants are crucial for advancing the Yerington Copper Project into the Definitive Feasibility Study and permitting phase after the successful completion of the Preliminary Feasibility Study [2][10]. - Samuel Engineering will coordinate all technical disciplines for the DFS, including mine planning, processing, infrastructure, and cost estimation [3][4]. - NEXUS will manage environmental baseline programs and regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations [5][6]. Group 2: Financial and Strategic Alignment - The work led by Samuel and NEXUS aligns with Stage 3 of the Nuton partnership, which includes a funding commitment of up to US$31 million for advancing the project [7][8]. - This integrated approach ensures that technical design and permitting strategies progress in parallel, enhancing project execution and development certainty [8][10]. Group 3: Project Importance - The Yerington Copper Project is one of the largest undeveloped copper assets in the U.S., located in a top-tier mining jurisdiction with established infrastructure [9]. - The project is expected to play a vital role in supporting U.S. domestic copper supply, which is increasingly important for various sectors, including renewable energy and electric vehicles [10].