Nicola Mining Expands Gravel Pit Operations and Completes Cement Ready Mix Plant

Nicola Mining Inc. together with partner Lower Nicola Site Services Ltd. has announced the long-term expansion of its wholly owned gravel pit and completion of construction of its cement ready mix plant. The company secured two significant permits that enable substantial operational growth: a Notice of Departure at the New Craigmont Project allowing extraction of up to 3.0 million tonnes of inert rock material at approximately 1,500 tonnes per day, and an extension of its gravel pit mine life alongside a provincial highway permit received September 5, 2025.

The expansion represents a strategic move for Nicola Mining to capitalize on the growing demand for construction materials in British Columbia. The ability to extract up to 3.0 million tonnes of material at the New Craigmont Project provides the company with substantial raw material reserves to support both its gravel operations and the newly completed cement ready mix plant. This development is particularly significant given the current infrastructure boom across Canada and the specific needs of British Columbia's construction sector.

The completion of the cement ready mix plant marks Nicola Mining's entry into the value-added construction materials market. Rather than simply selling raw gravel, the company can now produce finished cement products, potentially increasing profit margins and market reach. This vertical integration strategy allows Nicola to capture more value from its mineral resources while serving the direct needs of construction companies and infrastructure projects throughout the region.

The timing of these developments coincides with increased government spending on infrastructure projects across Canada. The provincial highway permit received on September 5, 2025, suggests alignment with regional transportation infrastructure plans, potentially positioning Nicola Mining as a key supplier for upcoming road construction and maintenance projects. This strategic positioning could provide stable, long-term revenue streams beyond traditional mining operations.

For investors and industry observers, these developments signal Nicola Mining's diversification beyond precious metals mining into construction materials. The company's ability to secure multiple permits demonstrates regulatory compliance and operational readiness. Additional information about the company's progress is available in their newsroom at https://ibn.fm/HUSIF. The full details of the announcement can be reviewed at https://ibn.fm/4FXiG.

The expansion has broader implications for the regional economy, potentially creating jobs and supporting local construction industries. With the capacity to process both gold and silver mill feed through its fully permitted mill, combined with these new construction materials operations, Nicola Mining is positioning itself as a diversified resource company capable of serving multiple market segments simultaneously.