Hochschild Mining PLC Accident at Inmaculada Mine (6690V)
01 February 2017 - 6:00PM
UK Regulatory
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RNS Number : 6690V
Hochschild Mining PLC
01 February 2017
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1 February 2017
Accident at Inmaculada Mine
Hochschild Mining plc regrets to report that a fatal accident
involving two contractors occurred yesterday, 31 January 2017, at
the Inmaculada mine in southern Peru.
An investigation is currently underway with operations at
Inmaculada suspended until its completion and all relevant
authorities have been informed. Hochschild is committed to
reviewing and reinforcing procedures to ensure safety remains the
top priority across the Company.
Ignacio Bustamante, Chief Executive Officer said:
"We deeply regret this tragic accident. The safety of those
employed at our operations is the Company's highest priority. Our
thoughts and prayers go out to the individuals' families and
friends. We have launched a full investigation to determine the
cause of the accident, and are offering support to the family and
employees at the mine site."
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Enquiries:
Hochschild Mining plc
Charles Gordon +44 (0)20 3714 9040
Head of Investor Relations
Hudson Sandler
Charlie Jack +44 (0)207 796 4133
Public Relations
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About Hochschild Mining plc
Hochschild Mining plc is a leading precious metals company
listed on the London Stock Exchange (HOCM.L / HOC LN) with a
primary focus on the exploration, mining, processing and sale of
silver and gold. Hochschild has over fifty years' experience in the
mining of precious metal epithermal vein deposits and currently
operates four underground epithermal vein mines, three located in
southern Peru and one in southern Argentina. Hochschild also has
numerous long-term projects throughout the Americas.
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