Mining Magazine August 2017 | Page 11

MINING FOR OPTIMISM WITH SP ANGEL
development with . You see it right the way through the industry : from the smallest operation companies to the largest producers . If you ’ re developing the world ’ s largest copper mine you wouldn ’ t have just one company doing it , you ’ d probably have two or three .”
GOVERNANCE SP Angel uses its in-depth knowledge of the various regulatory environments mining companies operate in . But how do regulation and governmental pressures impact on mining operations ? “ Increased regulation around the world has become a burden for all companies ,” Meyer explains . “ Junior mining companies have to bear this as much as anyone . We ’ re here to help them with compliance and advise on the best course of action . The key is always to try and work with good people . Any company that takes investors ’ money needs to be mindful of how they act . As Nomads , we are in the middle of all that and like to think we strive to give the best advice to the companies we work with .” Looking forward , there are many new trends taking shape
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