Gemfields: Report On Mining Site Visit And Q3 Production

Published 06/07/2012, 03:04 AM
Updated 07/09/2023, 06:31 AM
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Edison recently visited the Kagem emerald mine site in Zambia. This was a timely appreciation of the potential benefits of the well-advanced major high-wall push-back at the Chama pit, trial underground operations, other open-pit exploration targets and gem recovery systems. The Gemfields (GEM.L) Q3 market update showed a strong cash position ahead of one more emerald auction in mid-June.
Site Visit And Q3 Production
Kagem open pit and underground trials

Management has delivered a consistent high-quality product giving financial strength to embark on capital projects to ensure longevity. This includes a high-wall push-back that could be extended if positive commercial factors for open pit mining prevail. Underground mining trials continue in parallel with this strategy.

Treatment plant and sort house and exploration sites

Gemfields may introduce more sophisticated designs to the treatment plant sort house, which could improve both emerald recovery and security of both facilities. Active exploration sites were viewed and could also support additional open pits to increase overall production and allow flexibility of operational sites.

Valuation

The confirmation of a fourth auction in this financial year supports our NPV10% valuation based on projections from current operations, at 43p/share. Increased resource definition, continued strong markets and development of new production sites, together with new coloured gemstone prospects under investigation, should further raise our valuation and enhance Gemfields’ market ratings.

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