EX-99.1 2 exhibit99-1.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Lundin Mining Corporation: Exhibit 99.1 - Prepared by newfilecorp.com
   

Exhibit 99.1

     
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Toronto, ON M5H 1J9 United Kingdom
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NEWS RELEASE

 NEVES-CORVO COPPER MINE INDUSTRIAL ACTION ENDS

Toronto, April 1, 2010 Lundin Mining Corporation (“Lundin Mining" or the "Company") (TSX:LUN) (OMX:LUMI) reports that underground mining employees at the Neves-Corvo copper mine in Portugal today ended their limited industrial action and normal work recommenced as of this morning.

Commenting on the situation, Mr. João Carrêlo, the Company’s Chief Operating Officer said, "This is a positive outcome for Neves-Corvo. We have been able to maintain reduced production throughout the industrial action and we are now focusing, together with our employees, on recovering as much lost production as we can, in a safe and efficient manner.

“We are continuing to explore ways to improve the long-term competitiveness of the operation and enhance its value for all stakeholders," Mr. Carrêlo said.

 

The amount of production that may be lost is currently being assessed and an estimate will be provided as part of guidance when the first quarter results are released in late April 2010.

About Lundin Mining

 

Lundin Mining Corporation ("Lundin", "Lundin Mining" or the "Company") is a diversified base metals mining company with operations in Portugal, Sweden, Spain and Ireland, producing copper, zinc, lead and nickel. In addition, Lundin Mining holds a development project pipeline which includes expansion projects at its Zinkgruvan and Neves-Corvo mines along with its equity stake in the world class Tenke Fungurume copper/cobalt project in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

On Behalf of the Board,

Phil Wright
President and CEO

 

For further information, please contact:

Sophia Shane, Investor Relations North America: +1-604-689-7842
John Miniotis, Senior Business Analyst +1-416-342-5565
Robert Eriksson, Investor Relations Sweden: +46 8 545 015 50

Forward Looking Statements

Certain of the statements made and information contained herein is "forward-looking information" within the meaning of the Ontario Securities Act or "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 of the United States. Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties which could cause actual events or results to differ from those reflected in the forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, risks and uncertainties relating to foreign currency fluctuations; risks inherent in mining including environmental hazards, industrial accidents, unusual or unexpected geological formations, ground control problems and flooding; risks associated with the estimation of mineral resources and reserves and the geology, grade and continuity of mineral deposits; the possibility that future exploration, development or mining results will not be consistent with the Company’s expectations; the potential for and effects of labour disputes or other unanticipated difficulties with or shortages of labour or interruptions in production; actual ore mined varying from estimates of grade, tonnage, dilution and metallurgical and other characteristics; the inherent uncertainty of production and cost estimates and the potential for unexpected costs and expenses, commodity price fluctuations; uncertain political and economic environments; changes in laws or policies, foreign taxation, delays or the inability to obtain necessary governmental permits; and other risks and uncertainties, including those described under Risk Factors Relating to the Company’s Business in the Company’s Annual Information Form and in each management discussion and analysis. Forward-looking information is in addition based on various assumptions including, without limitation, the expectations and beliefs of management, the assumed long term price of copper, nickel, lead and zinc; that the Company can access financing, appropriate equipment and sufficient labour and that the political environment where the Company operates will continue to support the development and operation of mining projects. Should one or more of these risks and uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking statements. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.