Mining at BYM
Understanding the lifecycle of gold mining operations and the alluvial gold deposits that form the foundation of our production platform.
From Exploration to Rehabilitation
Exploration
Geological surveys, sampling, and resource estimation to identify viable gold deposits within licensed concession areas.
Development
Site preparation, infrastructure construction, equipment deployment, and workforce mobilization for production readiness.
Production
Active mining operations including excavation, processing, gold recovery, and quality assurance for market delivery.
Rehabilitation
Progressive land restoration, environmental remediation, and community transition planning for post-mining sustainability.
Alluvial Gold
BYM specializes in alluvial gold mining — the extraction of gold particles deposited in riverbeds, floodplains, and ancient waterways by natural erosion over millions of years. The Province of Ituri in eastern DRC is renowned for its rich alluvial gold deposits.
Alluvial gold mining is characterized by relatively lower capital requirements compared to hard-rock mining, making it an ideal entry point for structured production operations. The gold is recovered through mechanical excavation, washing, and gravity separation techniques.
Our four contiguous concessions span a production corridor with proven alluvial deposits, confirmed by decades of artisanal mining activity and preliminary geological assessments.
Gold (Au)
85-95% purity pre-refining
Jewelry, investment, electronics, medicine
Production Method
Semi-industrial alluvial
Excavation, washing, gravity separation
Target Output
400g/day base case
12,000g monthly at full operations