AGR sodium cyanide plant expansion receives additional funding

Australian Gold Reagents (AGR) has received the next stage of funding to expand the capacity of its sodium cyanide plant.

Three years in the making, the expansion will increase AGR’s production capacity by around 28ktpa from its existing production to more than 90ktpa.

This expansion will position AGR as the world’s third-largest sodium cyanide produce for gold mining operations across Australia, the Americas, Asia, Africa and the Middle East.

First sodium cyanide production from the expanded plant is expected in late 2025 with additional capacity progressively coming online through to 2027.

AGR general manager Barney Jones says funding approval is a step forward for the company.

“This project milestone is another step forward for our high-calibre team, who are moving through the necessary engineering studies and regulatory approval procedures,” he said.

“The experience, expertise and safety credentials we have amassed over 35 years of operation are being applied, so we can capitalise on the efficiency and safety benefits that come from expanding on an industrial site.

“The expansion will consolidate AGR’s position as a high-quality, reliable supplier with a strong commitment to innovation, safety and the environment.”

The expansion is expected to improve AGR’s sustainability credentials through improved efficiencies, reduced risk, increased water recycling and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

The plant will progress to a final investment decision in late 2024.