"We wanted to transcend being a gold mining company and tap into a pool of capital much bigger than the gold investment space, which chases dividends and yield."
"Through our association with the University of Nevada, Reno, we are making great efforts to attract skilled graduates into the mining industry and into SRK, since there is currently a large gap in the market."
"Buoyant commodity prices have certainly boosted the mining sector in West Africa, leading to better demand for technical studies, audits, reviews and other work that SRK offers."
"The main challenge Tietto faces today is to reinvent ourselves from junior explorers to mining operators of a reasonably large open pit mine and processing system."
As the second half of 2024 approaches, Peru stands at a crossroads. According to the latest figures, the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed Peru as the second-largest copper producer. Cabinet changes under Boluarte's administration and ongoing corruption cases have taken a toll on investor confidence, and illegal mining remains a pressing issue. However, not everything is lost for the Andean country, and the mining sector presents growth opportunities.