Heavy rainfall delays Silvercorp's El Domo production by four months to November 2027
SVM•Silvercorp Metals' El Domo production is now scheduled to begin November 1, 2027, four months later than planned, after prolonged rainfall. The construction budget increased by $14.6 million to $298.2 million.
1. Delay and budget increase
Prolonged rainfall attributed to Super El Niño has delayed the El Domo project by four months, with production now scheduled to begin November 1, 2027. The construction budget rose by $14.6 million to $298.2 million, reflecting higher diesel costs, water-management upgrades and other construction requirements.
2. Power supply plans
Power-line construction remains delayed by additional regulatory reviews. Ten generator sets with 17 MW of capacity are ready for shipment to provide independent power.
