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Metal Mining
Project UpdateAug 6, 2026, 05:33 PM

Bunker Hill Ships First Concentrate, Draws $5M Loan

AI Summary

Bunker Hill Mining Corp. announced its first concentrate shipment to Teck's Trail Smelter, marking the start of revenue generation from its mine after 45 years. The company is commissioning its new 1,800 tpd processing plant, targeting full commercial production by year-end 2026. To support ongoing operations and working capital, Bunker Hill also drew US$5.0 million from its existing US$10.0 million standby facility with Teck Metals Ltd. Additionally, the company adopted amended bylaws to update procedures for stockholder proposals and director nominations.

Key Highlights

  • Bunker Hill shipped its first concentrate to Teck's Trail Smelter, generating revenue for the first time in over 45 years.
  • The new processing plant has a capacity of 1,800 tpd, with potential expansion to 2,500 tpd.
  • The company aims to achieve full commercial production by the end of 2026.
  • Bunker Hill drew US$5.0 million from its US$10.0 million standby prepayment facility.
  • The loan carries an interest rate of 13.5% until June 30, 2027, then 15.0% per annum.
  • Amended and Restated Bylaws were adopted, establishing new notice procedures for stockholder proposals.
  • Notice procedures for director nominations were also modified in the amended bylaws.