Saracen grows mineral reserves

Gold miner Saracen Mineral Holdings has reported a 32% increase in its reserves, which now stood at 3.3-million ounces, underpinning production plans of 400 000 oz/y.

Saracen on Thursday reported the 800 000 oz addition to its mineral reserves, despite the 330 000 oz depletion, with discovery costs estimated at A$30/oz.