Blue Moon Secures Permits, Clears Springer Construction for 2027 Tungsten Startup
Aug 20, 2026, 5:45 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Regulatory clearances and a defined construction-start timeline reduce execution risk and improve visibility into a 2027 production milestone; this is a tangible fundamental catalyst for MOON, contingent on tungsten prices and capex outcomes.
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Blue Moon Metals announced that the Nevada DEP has transferred the Water Pollution Control Permit and Reclamation Permit for the Springer tungsten project to the company, with an approved reclamation bond. The NDWR/NDWR process approved a Notice of Construction for the tailings facility, enabling construction to begin. Management targets a late-2027 startup, positioning MOON to capitalize on US tungsten supply diversification and Blue Moon’s growing critical minerals portfolio.
NDEP transfers WPCP and Reclamation permits to Blue Moon for Springer.
Notice of Construction approved Aug 18, 2026 for tailings facility.
CEO projects late-2027 startup; US tungsten production back from imports.
Springer is part of Blue Moon's five-brownfield project portfolio.
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