
Quarterly UpdatesJul 8, 2026, 07:22 AM
Aya Gold & Silver Reports Record Q2 Production of 1.68 Moz AgEq
AI Summary
Aya Gold & Silver Inc. announced record Q2-2026 consolidated production of 1.68 million silver equivalent ounces (Moz AgEq), a 61% year-over-year increase. The Zgounder Silver Mine achieved record silver production of 1.49 Moz Ag, up 43% YoY, driven by record processing and mining rates. The Boumadine pyrite reclaiming operation also contributed 0.19 Moz AgEq, with plans for bulk shipping to significantly increase capacity in H2-2026. The company is well-positioned to achieve its 2026 production targets.
Key Highlights
- Consolidated production reached a record 1.68 Moz AgEq, up 61% YoY and 12% QoQ.
- Zgounder silver production hit a record 1.49 Moz Ag, increasing 43% YoY and 18% QoQ.
- Record processing rate averaged 3,889 tonnes per day (tpd), a 7% increase QoQ.
- Record mining rate averaged 4,880 tpd for combined operations.
- Silver recovery averaged 91.2% during the quarter.
- Boumadine pyrite reclaim operation contributed 0.19 Moz AgEq.
- Zgounder mill processed 353,888 tonnes of ore, up 29% YoY.
- Stockpile increased by 33% QoQ to 373,884 tonnes.
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