The Laver project

Multiple key permits are required prior to development of the deposit. These include the mining concession permit and multiple environmental permits. 

In 2014 Boliden applied for a mining concession covering the the Laver deposit. In december 2016 Boliden´s application was rejected by the Swedish Mining Inspectorate Bergsstaten. Boliden has appealed this decision to the Swedish Government. In december 2020 the Swedish Government rejected Boliden´s appeal. 

There has already been mining in the area. During 1938-1946 mining took place in a small underground mine. There is also a long history of exploration. In the early 1970´s and in 1997 Boliden placed renewed focus on copper explorations in the area. In 2007 Boliden started copper exploration to define a large volume mineral resource suitable to low cost open pit mining.