Black Cat creates COO role, provides Lakewood processing update
ASX-listed Black Cat Syndicate has appointed mining executive Tim Mason as its new COO, bolstering the company’s leadership team as it advances the ramp-up of its Kal East and Paulsens gold operations in Western Australia.
The newly created role comes as Black Cat continues to grow production and accelerate development across its portfolio, with Mason set to oversee existing operations, planning for new mines and assessing expansion opportunities.
“Tim’s operational expertise will enhance our 'More Gold Sooner' strategy, driving production and growth across the business,” said MD Gareth Solly.
Meanwhile, Black Cat has announced a processing update for its 100%-owned Lakewood processing facility, located near Kalgoorlie. The company has agreed to accelerate its toll treatment programme with the plant’s previous owner by processing an additional 40 000 t of ore during the June 2025 quarter. This early tolling will reduce the June 2026 allocation by the same amount, under the original agreement that permits up to 50 000 t to be tolled per quarter until the end of next year.
“The extended tolling at Lakewood in June 2025 provides a smoother transition into full production, reducing interruptions in the future, while allowing additional time for our Kal East mines to ramp up,” said Solly.
The move is expected to improve operational efficiency by reducing changeovers between third-party ore and Kal East ore next year. It also provides time to build ore stockpiles from the Myhree openpit, which will be temporarily stored as part of the ramp-up strategy.
Planned maintenance shutdowns at Lakewood were completed in May and June, with inspections confirming that no significant repairs are needed beyond those already identified during due diligence. One key item – the replacement of the gravity tower – remains scheduled for September 2025.
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