PLYMOUTH’S tungsten mine could soon be producing millions of tonnes a year after it received the go-ahead to kick-start production. Tungsten West Plc has been given a vital permit by the Environment Agency to operate its mineral processing plant and will now look to raise cash to start mining and processing the ore in 2026.
This is the final permit needed for the vast Hemerdon mine, near Plympton, to start production. Tungsten West said it is now making “substantial progress” on an updated feasibility study which is expected to be completed before the end of the year.
The issuing of the permit represents a significant step in progressing the Hemerdon mine and, alongside the anticipated completion of the feasibility study, is the gateway for securing further financing for the project, enabling the company to complete the money-raising required to bring the mine into production.
This story is from the June 15, 2024 edition of The Herald.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the June 15, 2024 edition of The Herald.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
Cardiff off Speedway GP series
SPEEDWAY enthusiasts have been left disappointed by the news that the Cardiff Grand Prix has been removed from next season's calendar.
Albion hoping for big things from loanee Brown-Bampoe
PLYMOUTH Albion head coach Ryan Lamb was full of praise for returning loanee Paul Brown-Bampoe, highlighting his impressive performances and the growth he has shown from his first spell at the Brickfields.
Gaffney, Payne and Ahmed set for February title clashes
THREE Western Counties title fights will be on the card when Mayflower ABC holds its first show 'in years' according to organiser Chris Adaway.
Predictions of a stellar year for writing spot on
THIS year began with Plymouth poet Steve Spence highlighting what a vintage year for poetry and writing 2023 was and predicting a stellar 2024.
Loungers plan for Broadway
THE Loungers chain of cafe-bars has made an application for a licence for it's latest outlet in Plymouth - in a former Poundland store in Plymstock's main high street.
Children serve Christmas feast up for villagers
CHILDREN at a school in south-east Cornwall hosted a Christmas lunch for residents of the village in which they are based, serving food and drink and even singing a Christmas carol.
Family GP focus to 'fix front door'
GP surgeries will be offered financial incentives to ensure patients see the same doctor at every appointment under new Government proposals.
US role for Mandelson
LORD Peter Mandelson has been named the next UK ambassador to the US.
Drink-driving laws could face shake up
LAWS on drink and drug-driving could be reviewed amid concern about rising deaths on the roads, the Transport Secretary has suggested.
Two charged with assault of officers
TWO men have been charged with assaulting police after a disturbance at Manchester Airport, but no officers will face charges.
