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Metro Gold Mines Mineral Resources Inc. Acquires La Esperanza Gold Mine in Colombia

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Metro Gold Mines Mineral Resources Inc. has completed the acquisition of La Esperanza gold mine in Segovia, Colombia, a region renowned for its rich gold deposits. The company, focused on acquiring and producing a portfolio of exploration and production properties in South and Central America, has announced plans to modernize operations and maximize profitability at the mine. With a proven track record of extracting rich gold, the region offers significant opportunities for growth and expansion.

Key Takeaways:

  • Metro Gold Mines Mineral Resources Inc. has acquired La Esperanza gold mine in Segovia, Colombia, a region known for its rich gold deposits.
  • The company has announced plans to modernize operations and maximize profitability at the mine, capitalizing on its partnership with local and federal government authorities and the surrounding communities.
  • Colombia is the highest-yielding nation in South America, having produced over 125 million ounces of gold, but it remains under-explored and under-developed.
  • MGM Mineral Resources believes it can significantly accelerate the extraction process, increase overall productivity, and lower production costs.
  • The company has identified a significant opportunity to exploit proven but under-developed mineral resources in Colombia and is in the later stages of negotiations with several high-grade gold and silver properties.
  • Metro Gold Mines Mineral Resources Inc. is working to establish itself as a world-class gold company by leveraging smart acquisitions, leading-edge technology, modernized operations, and a strong gold market.

Statistics:

  • Colombia has produced over 125 million ounces of gold.
  • The majority of local miners have not had the resources or technology to sustain maximum production in the region.
  • MGM Mineral Resources believes it can significantly accelerate the extraction process, increase overall productivity, and lower production costs.
  • La Esperanza mine is located in the province of Antioquia, where between 60 and 80 percent of the nation's gold is produced.

Sources:

  • "Stock Market Alerts" press release, May 04, 2006
  • Comtex SmarTrend(SM) Alert, April 30, 2006
  • Market Wire, "Stock Market Alert's Performance Stock List"

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