Core Insights - Fortuna Mining Corp. has selected Lycopodium Minerals Canada Ltd. to conduct a Processing Plant Expansion Options Study for the Séguéla mine, marking a significant step in the company's growth strategy in Côte d'Ivoire [1][3][4] Group 1: Expansion Study Details - The Study aims to evaluate cost-effective solutions to increase the processing plant's throughput from its current capacity of 1.75 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) to between 2.0 and 2.5 Mtpa, targeting over 200,000 ounces of gold production annually [4][5] - The completion of the Study is scheduled for the second quarter of 2026, with immediate commencement [6] Group 2: Strategic Objectives - The expansion initiative aligns with Fortuna's strategic goal to maximize value from the Séguéla Mine and accommodate resource growth, including potential underground mineralization from the Sunbird deposit [4][9] - The company aims to achieve approximately 500,000 ounces of annual gold equivalent production within the next three years [3][9] Group 3: Company Background - Fortuna Mining Corp. operates three mines and has a portfolio of exploration projects across multiple countries, including Argentina, Côte d'Ivoire, Mexico, and Peru, with a focus on sustainability and long-term value creation [8]