Maritana Minerals Advances Accommodation Plans to Support Black Swan Processing Hub and Gold Mining Operations

Temporary Construction Camp to Support Black Swan Development Schedule

Maritana Minerals signed an agreement with Quick Camps to supply a 57-room temporary fly-in camp at the Black Swan Processing Hub site. This facility, including kitchen and amenities, is slated to be operational by early August 2026 and will remain onsite for approximately 12 months, providing vital workforce housing during the hub's initial construction phase.

Managing Director and CEO Grant Haywood highlighted that securing accommodation early is a critical enabler for Black Swan's development. The Quick Camps facility ensures construction can start on time while the company advances its long-term accommodation plans, maintaining development momentum alongside preparing for sustained operations.

ATCO Modules Secured as Long Lead Items for Permanent Black Swan Camp

Maritana procured kitchen and accommodation modules from ATCO Structures & Logistics Pty Ltd for a permanent 60-room camp at Black Swan, designed to scale up to 120 rooms to support future expansion. These modules are identified as long lead items requiring early procurement to avoid delays in the development timeline.

Delivery of the ATCO modules is expected in November 2026. Maritana is evaluating additional modules needed to complete the permanent camp and collaborating with a preferred construction provider to achieve operational readiness by early January 2027. This schedule aligns with the anticipated increase of contractors onsite for Black Swan’s development and operational phases, ensuring workforce accommodation availability as activity intensifies.

Kalgoorlie Property Acquisition Establishes Permanent Operational Base

Maritana purchased a centrally located Kalgoorlie property with existing development approval for a 50-room accommodation camp. This facility will support mining operations near Kalgoorlie, including Boorara and Coote/Crake projects. The company plans to commence tendering for engineering and construction shortly, with development expected to begin in early 2027.

Prior to construction, Maritana secured temporary accommodation to support ongoing resource drilling and the ramp-up of mining operations in Q1 2027. This combined approach of temporary and permanent accommodation demonstrates strategic planning to ensure seamless operational continuity as the company transitions from exploration to active mining across multiple sites.

Hub and Spoke Model Minimizes Worker Travel and Enhances Efficiency

Maritana’s accommodation strategy supports its hub and spoke operating model, with Black Swan serving as the central processing hub and mining operations at Boorara, Coote/Crake, and other nearby sites functioning as satellites. Located about 50 kilometres northeast of Kalgoorlie, the Black Swan Processing Hub and associated mining sites are within a 50-kilometre radius of the town.

By establishing permanent camps at Black Swan and in Kalgoorlie, the company aims to reduce worker travel times and boost operational efficiency. Accommodation will be allocated based on the location of active sites, enabling flexible workforce deployment throughout the project lifecycle. CEO Grant Haywood noted that the Kalgoorlie property acquisition combined with the Black Swan permanent camp provides critical accommodation infrastructure to support workforce needs across the entire hub and spoke network, underpinning the integrated development strategy.

Strategic Positioning in Western Australian Goldfields

Maritana operates within the Western Australian Goldfields, a highly productive and historically significant gold mining region. Its project portfolio centers on the Black Swan Processing Hub and nearby satellite mining operations, all conveniently located within a 50-kilometre radius of Kalgoorlie, a major regional hub. This geographic concentration offers operational and logistical advantages as development and mining activities accelerate.

Proximity to established infrastructure, mining services, and a skilled workforce in Kalgoorlie supports Maritana's accommodation and operational strategy. Establishing permanent accommodation bases at both the processing hub and Kalgoorlie positions the company to attract and retain personnel essential for meeting development timelines and sustaining mining operations. The company is progressing necessary approvals to implement its accommodation and operations plans, with development expected to advance through 2027.

Accommodation Supply Chain and Delivery Milestones

Maritana’s accommodation strategy features a structured timeline ensuring workforce housing availability aligns with project development. The Quick Camps temporary facility is set to be operational by early August 2026, supporting construction activities. The ATCO modules, critical long lead items for the permanent camp, are scheduled for delivery in November 2026, with additional modules under review.

The permanent Black Swan camp aims to be operational from early January 2027, coinciding with contractor ramp-up onsite. The Kalgoorlie property, with development approval, will enter tendering soon, with construction expected to start in early 2027. These overlapping timelines illustrate Maritana’s coordinated approach to matching accommodation infrastructure with development and operational schedules across its projects.

Capital Investment and Workforce Infrastructure Planning

Maritana’s accommodation plans reflect a significant capital investment in workforce infrastructure ahead of mining production. The company has committed to procuring ATCO modules for the permanent Black Swan camp, acquiring a Kalgoorlie property with development approval, and engaging construction providers for facility development. These investments underscore the importance of early accommodation commitments to support development timelines and operational scaling.

Securing long lead items like ATCO modules early mitigates supply chain risks that could delay camp completion and contractor mobilisation. Similarly, purchasing the Kalgoorlie property with existing development approval removes planning and approval uncertainties. These proactive steps indicate management’s recognition of accommodation infrastructure as a critical factor for the Black Swan Processing Hub’s success and the ramp-up of mining at Boorara and Coote/Crake in 2027 and beyond.

Regulatory Approvals and Development Progress

Maritana is advancing required approvals to execute its accommodation and operational strategy. The Kalgoorlie property already has development approval for a 50-room camp, substantially clearing planning hurdles. The company is moving into tendering for engineering and construction, expecting development to commence in early 2027.

The Black Swan Processing Hub and associated accommodation facilities will require regulatory permits from Western Australian authorities. Maritana’s announcement indicates accommodation plans are progressing alongside broader Black Swan development approvals. Successfully navigating these regulatory processes is essential for delivering the accommodation strategy on schedule and supporting the planned expansion of development and mining activities across its Goldfields projects.

Workforce Readiness and Operational Support for Mining Production

Maritana’s accommodation initiatives lay the foundation for transitioning from development to active mining production. Securing both temporary and permanent housing ensures workforce availability as contractor mobilisation and mining operations scale up. The Black Swan permanent camp’s scalable design, from 60 to 120 rooms, offers flexibility to accommodate workforce growth as multiple satellite operations mature.

CEO Grant Haywood emphasized that these accommodation facilities are vital to supporting the future workforce within the hub and spoke model. The dual bases at Black Swan and Kalgoorlie provide operational flexibility to station workers efficiently based on active site locations. As mining operations at Boorara and Coote/Crake ramp up in Q1 2027, having adequate accommodation infrastructure will be crucial for maintaining operational continuity and workforce engagement across Maritana’s project portfolio.