ASX ANNOUNCEMENT

31 August 2017

Bauxite Hills Mine Construction Update

Highlights

  • Construction on schedule

  • Marine Installation Works well underway

  • SAB Mining equipment arrives and civils works commence

  • Barge Loading Facility (BLF) fabrication commences

  • Key personnel arrive on site

Metro Mining Limited (ASX: MMI) (Metro) is pleased to provide this update for the Bauxite Hills Mine. Construction is currently on schedule and is expected to be completed at the end of 2017.

BARGE LOADING FACILITY

The BLF conveyor system, designed by Process 26 is being fabricated in Cairns by CSF Steel Fabricators. (see below). Shipment to site is planned for mid-September.

MARINE INSTALLATION WORKS

Foreshore Marine has installed the tidal gauge and cyclone moorings in the Skardon River and is currently preparing to install jetty piles and headstocks at the Port of Skardon.

Barges loaded with steel and piles being delivered to site

Cyclone moorings being installed

Cyclone moorings being installed

Cyclone Moorings Installed in the Skardon River CIVIL WORKS

SAB Mining equipment has arrived on site with civil works commencing immediately to clear the Port and approved Barge Loading Facility (BLF) areas.

Earthmoving Equipment Arrives at the Port of Skardon River

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