In one sense I am glad so many are believing that ARU is actually going to build a mine.

It tells me there is potential that the majors might also think that's the plan.

Make no mistake. FDN is NEEDED by too many majors just to bring their reduced production back to par. It will not be mined by ARU. It will be bought out, but I totally agree that we have to have a plan B in the works as if no one will come to the party.

Meanwhile, caterers are setting up a huge tent, because in fact, we know plenty will be attending the party. But just in case..... George Bee is on his Bobcat doing donuts on the front lawn. What's he doing? Oh he's just building a mine.

Regarding building a relationship with Ecuador?....that tells me that Aurelian will be there a long time,as explorers, building relationships with the local communities as they explore, and guess what, there are more concessions available now than last year. Good for us. 

I can smell it. No celebrating yet, but I'm buying decorations and cigars.

safeharbour