Fortis leiht Century 70 Mio. $...das machen die doch nicht, wenn sie nicht sicher wären, das Geld auch zurückzubekommen. Die Kursentwicklung ist einfach lächerlich. Bei 115.000 Unzen im Jahr macht das einen operativen Gewinn von 43 Mio $...MK immo 27 Mio CAD.
Ich werde nachlegen...das ist eine Chance, die ich mir nicht entgehen lasse.
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PRESS RELEASE
May 12, 2008
CENTURY AWARDS FORTIS LEAD ARRANGER AND UNDERWRITER MANDATE
FOR LAMAQUE EXPANSION FINANCING OF UP TO $70 MILLION
Blaine, WA: Century Mining Corporation (CMM: TSX-V), is pleased to announce the
appointment of Fortis (Belgian-Dutch leading financial institution), as Lead Arranger and
underwriter for a fully underwritten project loan facility of up to US$70 million to fund the
Lamaque Underground Mine expansion project.
The project loan facility’s primary use of proceeds includes capital expenditures to expand
production to 115,000 ounces per annum, at an estimated cash production cost of $425
per ounce, associated hedging, working capital, and for general corporate purposes.
As announced on March 25, 2008 capital requirements for the Lamaque Underground
Mine in 2008 total approximately $9.3 million. Going forward, Century estimates capital
expenditures for Lamaque of $25.5 million and $20.0 million in 2009 and 2010,
respectively.
Closing on the project loan facility will be subject to completing satisfactory due diligence,
credit approvals, and negotiating loan and security documentation. The Company and
Fortis anticipate having the facility in place within 4-5 months.
Margaret Kent, President & CEO, commented: "We are very excited to have the support of
Fortis. This debt facility will allow Century to achieve its medium and long-term objectives
with respect to the Lamaque expansion project.”
About Fortis
Fortis is an international financial services provider engaged in banking and insurance.
Fortis offers its personal, business and institutional customers a comprehensive package
of products and services through its own channels, in collaboration with intermediaries and
through other distribution partners. With a market capitalisation of EUR 35.1 billion
(31/03/2008), Fortis ranks among the 15 largest financial institutions in Europe. Its sound
solvency position, presence in more than 50 countries and dedicated, professional
workforce of 60,000 enables it to combine global strength with local flexibility and provide
its clients with optimum support. More information is available on www.fortis.com
Press Contacts: Brussels: +32 (0)2 565 35 84
About Century Mining Corporation
Century Mining Corporation is an emerging mid-tier gold producer that is aggressively
acquiring producing mines and exploration properties in Peru. The Company owns and
produces gold at the Lamaque mine in Québec that historically has produced over 9.4
million ounces of gold. In Peru, Century wholly-owned subsidiaries own an 82.6% interest
in the San Juan Mine where the Company accounts for 100% of gold production. Century
subsidiaries also operate Rosario de Belen where it accounts for 100% of both gold and
silver production. Century’s growth strategy is to acquire gold producing assets in South
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America that will substantially reduce the Company’s consolidated total cash cost of
production and where there is exceptional exploration potential to expand production at
these mines.
“Margaret M. Kent”
Chairman, President & CEO
For further investor information, please contact:
Brent Jones, Manager of Investor Relations
E-mail: bjones@centurymining.com
Phone: (877) 284-6535 or (360) 332-4653
Fax: (360) 332-4652
Website: www.centurymining.com