Axiom Mining Limited announced that mine construction continues at San Jorge with an expanding operational functionality as the Company moves closer to the first commercial shipment of ore. In tandem with operational developments, off-take and debt financing negotiations continue. Mine fleet continues to arrive at San Jorge. Heavy machinery operators and mechanics are undergoing operational inductions and training in preparation for the commencement of mining in December 2018. First commercial shipment of ore remains on track for first quarter of 2019. Upgrades to the first pit to port haul road are occurring including the implementation of numerous water management and drainage structures. There is also an expanding road infrastructure network connecting Axiom to previously difficult to access areas of known high grade nickel mineralization. On completion of the initial grade control program a drill crew, will be deployed to these recently accessed areas for exploration drilling. This will occur in parallel to planned resource and grade control drilling in areas targeted for mining.