Equinox Gold wins US federal permit approval for South Railroad Nevada gold project

• Equinox Gold secured a positive BLM Record of Decision for the South Railroad gold project in Nevada, completing federal NEPA permitting.
• Early works construction has started; applications for key state permits and water rights have been filed.
• Feasibility study outlines an open-pit heap leach mine targeting 130,000 ounces a year in the first five years.
• Output seen above 100,000 ounces a year over an initial 10-year mine life; first gold targeted in 2028.
• Initial capital cost estimated at USD 395 million, including USD 70-80 million already reflected in 2026 guidance.

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