PPX Mining receives OK for water use work at Igor

Executive Summary

• PPX Mining Corp. has received Directorial Resolution No. 0912-2025-ANA-AAA.HCH from the Water Administrative Authority of Huarmey Chicama, authorizing water utilization works for the Igor carbon-in-leach and flotation plant.
• The authorization permits the installation of a 1,770-meter metallic pipeline and the construction of two pumping stations to transport water from 3,070 to 3,570 meters above sea level.
• Construction of these water infrastructure components is scheduled to begin in November 2025, with completion expected within 98 calendar days, marking a key milestone toward the commissioning of the 350 tons per day processing facility.

Key Details

• Authorization Details: Received Directorial Resolution No. 0912-2025-ANA-AAA.HCH dated November 5, 2025, from the regional branch of Peru's National Water Authority.
• Project Scope: Authorization covers water utilization works for the Igor carbon-in-leach and flotation plant, which is currently under construction.
• Infrastructure Specifications:
  • Installation of a 1,770-metre-long metallic pipeline.
  • Construction of two pumping stations.
  • Water transport elevation: From 3,070 metres to 3,570 metres above sea level (vertical difference of 500 metres).
• Timeline:
  • Construction commencement: November 2025.
  • Expected completion: Within 98 calendar days.
• Plant Capacity: The Igor plant is designed to process 350 tons per day, producing dore and precious metal concentrates from ore mined at the Igor project.
• Strategic Importance: This permit is a critical step toward obtaining the final water use licence required for the plant's commissioning. The design includes a recirculation system to minimize water consumption and environmental impact.

Notable Quotes

• "This is a critical permit toward achieving the commissioning of our processing plant. Water is essential to the metallurgical process, and our engineering design incorporates a recirculation system that minimizes consumption, reduces environmental impact and promotes social responsibility. This sustainable approach is fundamental to maintaining harmonious relationships with the communities surrounding the project. With this authorization and the completion of construction, PPX will be able to obtain the final water use licence for the plant." — John Thomas, Chief Executive Officer