Five weeks after the collapse in Garpenbergsgruvan, Boliden has updated on the situation. Mining in upper Lappberget has sunk five meters and resumption is difficult. Impact expected until 2031.
Five weeks ago, a collapse occurred in Garpenbergsgruvan, injuring several employees. Boliden has now revealed details about the damage in upper Lappberget.
The company states that the area has sunk five meters, quoted as ”Sjunkit fem meter”. This makes it difficult to resume mining. The mine will be affected until 2031.
On Tuesday, Boliden's management faced questioning from international market analysts. Most questions concerned the situation in Garpenbergsgruvan and its impact on the company's future, as reported by Dala-Demokraten.
