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Mining to cease in Perseverance Underground Mine

On 31 October 2013, production at Nickel West Leinster Perseverance Underground mine was suspended following a significant seismic event. Since the event, Nickel West technical and operational teams, supported by independent experts, have been assessing the technical data and risks on the sub-level cave operations and all the options available.  Following this analysis BHP Billiton …

Nickel West Leinster Operation Update

November 13, 2013 At approximately 6:25am on 31 October 2013, a seismic event occurred at the Nickel West Leinster Perseverance Underground operation. Employees underground at the time followed site safety procedures and made their way to a secure refuge chamber where they had access to water and communications. All individuals were safely brought to the …