G Mining Ventures Corp. has announced that its Board of Directors has approved full construction of the company's 100%-owned Oko West Gold Project in Guyana following the completion of permitting and financing milestones. The project represents a $973 million initial capital investment and signifies a crucial step in GMIN's evolution toward becoming an intermediate gold producer. This development demonstrates the company's capability to advance major mining projects through the development pipeline in mining-friendly jurisdictions.
According to company statements, detailed engineering for the project is currently 36% complete, with procurement commitments reaching $334 million, representing approximately 33% of the total budget. Early construction works are reported to be advancing according to schedule, positioning the project for continued progress toward its operational timeline. The company has targeted the second half of 2027 for first gold production from the Oko West project, reflecting the comprehensive development plan that GMIN has implemented.
Louis-Pierre Gignac, President and CEO of G Mining Ventures, emphasized the significance of this development, stating that the official launch of construction at Oko West marks a major milestone in the company's evolution. He noted that with financing secured, the company is advancing this world-class project using the same disciplined, self-perform approach that successfully delivered the Tocantinzinho project safely, on time and within budget. The Oko West Gold Project now joins the company's TZ Gold Mine in Brazil as cornerstone assets in GMIN's portfolio, supporting the company's strategic growth objectives in the precious metals sector.
Investors and stakeholders can access additional information through the company's official communications channels, including the full press release available at https://ibn.fm/uOHue and ongoing updates in the company's newsroom at https://ibn.fm/GMINF. The project represents one of the significant gold development initiatives currently underway in the mining-friendly jurisdiction of Guyana, highlighting the region's growing importance in global gold production.
