Equinox Gold, Orla Mining complete merger to form North American senior gold producer
EQX•Merger completed
Equinox Gold completed its business combination with Orla Mining, creating a North America-focused senior gold producer.
The combined group expects annual output of about 1.1 million ounces, targeting more than 1.9 million ounces as growth projects advance.
Leadership changes and delisting plans
Ross Beaty stepped down as chair, taking Chairman Emeritus and special adviser roles; Chuck Jeannes became chair.
CEO Darren Hall plans to retire effective Oct. 31, 2026; Orla’s Jason Simpson is set to become chief executive.
Equinox intends to delist Orla shares from the TSX and NYSE American, moving to end Orla’s public reporting status.
