Jun. 22 at 11:03 PM
$LUCMF Posted on behalf of Luca Mining Corp. - Operational Momentum
Under new COO Nick Shakesby, appointed in April, Luca has accelerated initiatives aimed at improving mill performance, throughput, and mining efficiency at both operations.
Campo Morado
• Surface stockpile increased to ~63,000 tonnes (vs. <12,000 tonnes at Dec 31, 2025)
• Average mill throughput of ~1,900 tpd in April–May
• Improved mine planning and contractor performance (Cominvi)
The expanded stockpile enhances feed blending flexibility, which is expected to improve metallurgical recoveries and support further optimization programs.
Tahuehueto
• Milling rates averaging >1,050 tpd in April–May
• >5% increase over Q1 2026
• Improved mining rates driven by contractor La Cantera
• Increased mill availability and operational consistency