Chalice Mining (ASX:CHN) receives Strategic Project status from WA Government

Chalice Mining Limited (ASX:CHN) has been granted Strategic Project status by the Western Australian Government for its 100%-owned Gonneville PGE-Ni-Cu-Co Project. The approval signifies the formal recognition of the Project's strategic value and its potential to deliver significant economic and energy transition benefits for Western Australia and the region. The Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI) will provide high-level project facilitation, including regulatory approvals and infrastructure requirements.

Chalice Mining CEO and Managing Director, Alex Dorsch, on the Strategic Project status

Chalice Mining CEO and Managing Director, Alex Dorsch, expressed his gratitude for the formal recognition and support from the Western Australian Government. He highlighted the strategic importance of Gonneville as a major Platinum Group Element discovery in Australia and one of the largest critical and strategic minerals projects in the state. Dorsch also emphasized the significance of the environmental approvals for the Gonneville Project being supported by the Green Energy Assessment Unit, demonstrating a streamlined approach to the assessment of Green Energy projects.

Chalice Mining's Gonneville Project and Outlook

Chalice Mining's Gonneville Project, located in Western Australia, has been granted Strategic Project status, signifying its potential to contribute significantly to the state's economy and energy transition. The Project, currently in the Pre-Feasibility stage, aims to produce a rare mix of critical and strategic minerals required for decarbonization and urbanization. With ongoing support from the Western Australian Government and streamlined environmental approvals, Chalice Mining is poised to progress regulatory approvals and project studies for this important initiative. The company's focus on sustainable and responsible development aligns with its commitment to environmental, social, and cultural heritage management. The Gonneville Project's favorable location, with access to established infrastructure and a significant mining workforce, further enhances its prospects for successful development and contribution to the region's economic diversification.