This whole debate regarding the JV partnership updating the numbers/economics is mute as the company already stated in a recent news release the following:

The other studies related to the Optimization work on the Schaft Creek deposit to be advanced in 2015 (see news release dated February 4, 2015) include Geomet Unit definition, generation of new Whittle pits, and preparation of mine schedules. If warranted by the new studies, updating of operating and capital costs, flowsheet design criteria, and a new financial simulation are planned for later in the year.