RE:RE:RE:RE:One Mine Makes Economical Sense Whatever the eventual configuration, the potential for consolidation of SIC, LAB, and NFG is high. When ore bodies are contiquous time and again consolidations take place. It is a common event in mining. When it costs hundreds of million to erect a mill all the players recognize the huge saving in capital outlay to amalgamate. In addition there is big savings in managment and operational staffing, procurment, mining coordination, equipment utilization, exploration expenses, and more.
SIC is well within hauling distance of LAB and NFG. You can see their close proximity on this map.