Am I missing something here. Why does NOT want SNC to do a exploration study when Cliffs already stated that they want to build a RR? Would it not be more feasabile to have both NOT & Cliffs get together and pool their cash in order to get the infrastructure in place? I am not against SNC doing the study as I know that they are a world class company that not only builds roads, railways but even cities. Having SNC do the leg work will certainly get NOT from an exploration company to a mining company once the transportation problem is solved. The whole area in the ROF will benefit but it would be nice to have other players in the same ball park.

Comments, please

GLTAL

Jim