SAB scores at Bauxite Hills
Metro Mining has awarded the mining contract for its Bauxite Hills project on the Cape York Peninsula to SAB Mining.
The contract is for an initial two year term, with a further two year option at Metro’s selection.
Key mining equipment will be provided by SAB at a fixed monthly rate and ancillary equipment on an agreed hourly schedule of rates.
“Metro is delighted to have engaged SAB Mining to carry out the mining services fir the Bauxite Hills Mine,” the company stated.
“SAB has been an integral part in assisting Metro advance the project to where it is today and their formal appointment for mining operations represents another key milestone for the project.”
Metro has now awarded all major contracts for the mine.
“Metro and SAB will work together to prepare for mining activities with the view of mobilising the mining fleet to site in March 2018, ahead of forecast production starting in April 2018.”