Generation Mining awards EPCM contract to Ausenco
Shovel-Ready Marathon Project Taps Ausenco for EPCM as Financing Race Hits Final Stretch

The most recent news (March 2, 2026) announces the appointment of Ausenco Engineering Canada ULC as the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) partner for the Marathon copper-palladium project. This follows a series of strategic management hires in February 2026 and a significant $34.5 million "bought deal" financing closed in January 2026. The EPCM contract is a critical step toward the company’s goal of commencing field execution in Q3 or Q4 of 2026. The news reiterates the 2025 Feasibility Study (FS) metrics: a C$1.07 billion NPV (6%) and a 28% IRR.
The news is Routine - Positive. While appointing an EPCM contractor is a major milestone, it was the expected next step following the completion of permitting in May 2025 and the massive capital raise in January 2026. - Operational Readiness: The selection of Ausenco (known for Ontario project delivery) reduces execution risk. - Alignment with Timeline: The projected Q3/Q4 2026 construction start is consistent with previous guidance, though it confirms that "field execution" is still several months away. - Financial Validation: The recent $34.5M raise at $0.72/unit (the current market price) provides the necessary runway to fund detailed engineering and the "owners team" without immediate further dilution. - Strategic Support: The $750k investment from the Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation (Feb 2026) reinforces the social license to operate, which is a critical de-risking factor for a project of this scale.
Generation Mining’s flagship is the Marathon Copper-Palladium Project in Northwestern Ontario. It is one of the largest undeveloped PGM-copper deposits in North America. - Mine Life: 13 years. - Payable Metals: 2.16M oz Palladium, 532M lbs Copper. - Status: Fully permitted for construction (as of May 2025).