
FYI kaolin project approved
FYI Resources’ kaolin project in WA has received formal approval for its Mining Proposal (MP) and Mine Closure Plan (MCP) from the WA Department of Mines. This represents a significant step toward the development of the FYI 100pc-owned ML70/1388 high purity alumina (HPA) project. FYI managing director Roland Hill said that now that this milestone has been reached, the company was waiting on only minor regulatory approvals. “FYI will continue progressing its HPA strategy in anticipation of arranging full project funding and a formal decision to mine from the FYI Board,” he said. The approval covers the planned mining, processing, site infrastructure, waste facilities, haul roads and other construction required. The granting of the MP and MCP follows approvals in…