For the full year, K92 achieved annual production of 149,515 oz. of gold equivalent, representing a 27% increase from 2023 and exceeding its production guidance range of 120,000 to 140,000 oz.
The company also provided an update on the expansion of its Kainantu gold mine in Papua New Guinea’s Eastern Highlands province.
“As we look ahead to 2025, there is tremendous enthusiasm within the company and in Papua New Guinea for the upcoming delivery of the Stage 3 expansion, which is designed to transform Kainantu into a Tier 1 mid-tier producer,” said John Lewins, K92 Mining’s CEO.
According to the company, construction of Stage 3 is progressing well, with approximately 70% of growth capital either spent or committed as of December 31, 2024. The commissioning of the Stage 3 process plant is expected to begin in the second quarter of this year.
Kainantu boasts measured and indicated resources of 8.7…
