Starcore Provides Update on Operations in Mexico
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - July 31, 2019) - Starcore International Mines Ltd. (TSX: SAM) ("Starcore" or the "Company") is pleased to present corporate highlights subsequent to its April 30th, 2019 year-end:
Sale of Altiplano
- As previously disclosed, the Company entered into an agreement covering the sale of its subsidiary, Altiplano Goldsilver S.A. de C.V., which owns the processing facility in Matehuala, Mexico at a price of US$1.6 million (the "Transaction").
The terms of the Transaction are as follows:
- A deposit of US$500,000, which deposit has been received by the Company;
- A payment of US$500,000 on August 31, 2019;
- A payment of US$200,000 on November 30, 2019;
- A payment of US$200,000 on February 28, 2020; and
- A final payment of US$200,000 on May 31, 2020.
The decision to sell Altiplano was put into motion earlier in the year, after it was determined that the ongoing capital requirements for inventory and operations did not justify the continuation of the processing plant's operations. Proceeds from the Transaction will be added to working capital.
Cost Reduction Initiatives at the Mine
After months of deliberation, the Company has reduced its staff by 125 people at its San Martin Mine in Queretaro, Mexico. The Company will incur severance costs of approximately $600,000 related to the staff reduction.
Effective May 1, 2019, Starcore's executive officers, namely the CEO, CFO and COO have voluntarily reduced their salaries by 25%.
The Company continues to deliberate other measures that will return the Company to profitability.
About Starcore
Starcore International Mines is engaged in precious metals production with focus and experience in Mexico. This base of producing assets is complemented by exploration and development projects throughout North America. The company is a leader in Corporate Social Responsibility and advocates value driven decisions that will increase long term shareholder value. You can find more information on the investor friendly website here: www.starcore.com.
ON BEHALF OF STARCORE INTERNATIONAL
MINES LTD.
Signed "Robert Eadie"
Robert Eadie, President & Chief Executive Officer
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
ROBERT EADIE
Telephone: (604) 602-4935
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