Rockwell suspends operations at Wouterspan Mine

Rockwell Diamonds Inc., a mining company focused on creating a growth-oriented mid-tier diamond mining and exploration company, has suspended mining and processing operations at its Wouterspan mine on the Middle Orange River. The company’s move to suspend operation is a consequence of industrial action

The company will provide an update on the Wouterspan situation once it has fully assessed its options in respect of the industrial actions and appropriate remedial actions and the likely impact on production.

Mining and processing operations are proceeding routinely at Rockwell’s other three operational sites including Holpan and Klipdam north of Kimberley, and at Saxendrift on the Middle Orange River.

The company said that construction of the new Saxendrift high volume pan plant remains on schedule.

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