Dalradian Community

02/09/2026

What could a modern mine mean for Tyrone?

If planning approval is granted, our proposed underground mine will create 350 direct, well-paid jobs, with a majority of the workforce expected to come from the local area following our initial £15 million, three-year training programme.

You don't need previous mining experience to build a career in the industry. Skills gained in sectors such as construction, engineering and agriculture are highly transferable, and we'll provide the training needed to help people develop rewarding long-term careers.

Training will begin during construction and continue into the first year of operations, helping to prepare the next generation of skilled workers.

Interested in learning more? Visit our careers page to explore future roles, find out about qualifications and register your interest: https://dalradian.com/future-career

Future career opportunities with Dalradian.

27/08/2026

How does a modern mine work?

Dalradian’s proposed mine has been carefully planned to operate underground, using precise techniques to target only mineral-rich rock—helping to keep the project's footprint light.

At our project, modern technology will allow work to be carried out safely and efficiently. Water would be captured and treated to strict standards, and funding would be agreed and set aside in advance to return the site to its present-day use through a Rehabilitation and Closure Plan.

👉 Learn more about the six steps to responsibly unlocking Tyrone’s precious metals here: https://dalradian.com/articles/how-does-a-mine-work/

24/08/2026

We’re delighted to share our seventh Responsible Business Report, which outlines our performance in areas such as environment and community and provides an update on our project's progress through the planning system.

The report highlights key metrics and case studies that demonstrate Dalradian’s long-term, responsible approach to modern mining.

Here are some of our standout achievements for 2025:

🌱 Reducing our carbon emissions for the sixth consecutive year and achieving Carbon Neutral status in line with the new ISO-14068 standard.

🦺 Maintaining a strong health and safety record, achieving a fifth consecutive year with no lost-time incidents.

🤝 Partnering with 550+ suppliers across Northern Ireland to date.

🏡 Working with local landowners — at the end of 2025, we had received permission from 975 landowners to access or sample their property for exploration and environmental monitoring.

🌳 Continuing work at our tree nursery, which will help supply native trees for future mine rehabilitation.

✅ Recording zero environmental non-compliances.

We are proud of these accomplishments and thank our staff, suppliers, and landowners for their continued contributions.

Read the full report 👇https://assets.dalradian.com/pdf/Dalradian_2025_Responsible_Business_Report.pdf

Access Dalradian's latest reports on sustainability and environmental impact. Stay informed on our commitment to transparency and responsibility

20/08/2026

Tara Mine in Navan has long been a cornerstone of its community — providing hundreds of skilled jobs, supporting local businesses and boosting the regional economy for generations.

Operated by Boliden Tara Mines, the mine has helped sustain high-quality employment in the area while creating significant opportunities for contractors, suppliers and service providers across the wider region. From engineering firms and haulage companies to hospitality and retail, the economic impact of the mine extends far beyond the site itself.

Importantly, Tara Mine has demonstrated how modern mining can operate alongside local communities when supported by robust environmental standards, ongoing investment in technology and open engagement with stakeholders. Its longevity reflects not only the scale of the resource, but also the strong working relationship built over time between the mine, policymakers and the local community in Navan.

The continued political and community backing for Tara Mine highlights the role responsible, well-regulated mining can play in supporting regional development, strengthening supply chains and contributing to Ireland’s economic resilience. It offers a clear example of how modern mining can deliver lasting benefits for communities while helping meet future demand for essential metals.

17/08/2026

Although mine operations may last up to 25 years, Dalradian has already submitted proposals to return the site to its present-day use in a Rehabilitation and Closure Plan.

Rehabilitation will begin while the mine is still operating. For example, the Dry Stack Facility will be progressively replanted with hedgerows and native species and shaped to blend naturally into the surrounding landscape. When mining comes to an end, equipment will be removed and the land restored for farming, heathland, or other community uses. The local community may also decide to repurpose some of the buildings or even create a nature reserve to support biodiversity.

Most of the rehabilitation work will be completed within a year after closure, although monitoring will continue to ensure environmental standards are met. To guarantee this, Dalradian will set aside funds in advance, agreed with government, to cover all rehabilitation costs.

Our aim is to leave a lasting positive impact. A good example of what can be achieved is Lisheen Mine in Co. Tipperary. When it closed in 2015, its carefully designed closure plan—developed with the local community—allowed €80 million worth of facilities to be retained. These have since been transformed into a leading European bio-products campus, creating new jobs for the region while also helping to cut carbon emissions.

At Dalradian, we want to do the same: produce the minerals society needs while protecting the environment and supporting community development in a way that benefits the locality long after mining ends.

12/08/2026

Mining vs. Exploration: What’s the Difference?

Mining and exploration are two key stages in the life cycle of any mineral project, but they serve very different purposes.

Exploration is the first step—it’s all about finding and proving up mineral deposits, which takes many years. Dalradian has been exploring the Curraghinalt area since late 2009 and has outlined a major deposit of gold, silver and copper, along with lesser amounts of associated critical minerals such as tellurium.

Our exploration methods included soil and stream sampling to identify areas that may contain valuable minerals, followed by more than 190 km of drilling, to delineate the veins that contain valuable minerals. The goal was to build an accurate, 3-D model of what lies beneath us. Test mining was also performed on 3 areas underground to ensure the proposed mining methods would work.

Once an economic deposit was confirmed through geological, engineering, mine planning and other studies, a planning application was submitted, providing detailed plans and environmental studies for the project.

Mining involves extracting the minerals identified. If approved, Dalradian’s proposed underground mine will be one of the largest-ever US investments in NI, creating numerous career, business, and community opportunities over the 20-25-year mine life.

In short, exploration finds the resource, mining extracts it. Without mining and exploration, the supply of minerals would diminish, leading to shortages, slower technological advancement, and economic disruption.

06/08/2026

As a plant fitter, Mollie is part of keeping operations moving at Boliden Tara Mine in Navan.

Skilled roles like this are essential to modern mining and highlight the wide range of career opportunities available across the industry.

If planning is approved, our proposed underground copper-gold-silver mine in Tyrone will create 350 career opportunities, with an average salary of £45,000, supported by a £15 million, three-year training programme to help develop local talent and support local hiring.

Learn more about future careers and register your interest here: https://dalradian.com/future-career

03/08/2026

Register your interest in becoming a supplier! 👇 🚨

A wide range of suppliers and contractors will be needed to operate a modern mine, covering everything from hospitality and laboratory services to construction and heavy equipment, security services, cement, PPE supplies, and engineering, among others.

With planned local expenditures of £1 billion over the life of the mine, our project represents one of the largest-ever US investments in Northern Ireland, bringing a substantial boost to the economy.

Over the last 16 years, Dalradian has already worked with over 550 suppliers, and our planned underground copper-gold-silver mine in Tyrone will create a host of new opportunities.

Contracts for supplies and services will be put in place if planning permission is received. The majority of spending will take place during construction and into operations.

Sign up today ➡️ https://dalradian.com/suppliers

29/07/2026

Our teams actively work in the community, carrying out environmental monitoring and exploration programmes. We only enter land with the landowner’s permission, and to date, we've worked with over 950 landowners.

Our community relations team has built many close relationships with local residents. Before any work commences, the team visits for an initial conversation to explain the nature of the work and seek permission. Once granted, the work can begin.

This work supports our environmental monitoring programs, which contribute to Dalradian’s baseline studies, and our exploration work, which builds our understanding of the geology beneath us.

Both activities are non-invasive and leave a minimal environmental footprint. Our team treats the land with respect, ensuring it remains as we found it.

23/07/2026

What are critical minerals — and why do they matter?

Critical minerals are essential to modern life. They’re used in everything from renewable energy and electronics to advanced manufacturing — but their supply can be limited, making them strategically important.

While they’ve gained more attention in recent years, critical minerals aren’t new. What’s considered “critical” evolves as technology and society change, but minerals have always played a key role in the products and services we rely on every day.

At our Curraghinalt project, we’re exploring for more than gold. Our geology team has tested the wider licence area for over 50 elements — including a range of critical minerals. Research by the UK and Northern Ireland governments highlights the region’s strong potential as a domestic source of these materials.

Our work to date shows that Curraghinalt contains small quantities of critical minerals such as tellurium, antimony, bismuth, and cobalt. There’s still more to understand about their scale and how best to recover them, but the opportunity is clear.

Importantly, these minerals are rarely mined on their own. There are no standalone tellurium or antimony mines anywhere in the world — they are typically recovered alongside metals like gold, silver, and copper.

By advancing our polymetallic project, we could help strengthen the UK’s supply of these essential materials — supporting low-carbon technologies, improving supply chain resilience, and delivering local economic benefits.

Critical minerals may be out of sight — but they are central to the shaping our future.