Equinox Gold and Orla Mining have entered into a definitive agreement to combine, creating a new senior North American gold producer. The combined entity is expected to produce approximately 1.1 million ounces of gold annually in 2026, with a clear growth path to 1.9 million ounces.
Coeur Mining has completed the acquisition of New Gold, significantly expanding its North American precious metals portfolio. The transaction increases Coeur's gold production guidance by up to 80% and adds significant silver and copper assets.
Contango ORE and Dolly Varden Silver have entered into a merger-of-equals agreement to create 'MergeCo' (expected to be named Contango Silver & Gold Inc.). The combined entity will be a mid-tier North American producer with a portfolio including the cash-flowing Manh Choh gold mine and high-grade silver-gold projects in Alaska and British Columbia.
US Critical Metals Corp. has amended an agreement to acquire 100% interest in the McDermitt East Lithium Project. Additionally, Critical Metals Corp. announced a $35 million private investment to fund its Tanbreez rare earth project in Greenland.
