In a recent address to stakeholders, the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Burgundy Diamond Mines shared reflections on the past year and outlined ambitious plans for the future, emphasizing strategic decisions and significant achievements.
Throughout 2023, the company strategically withdrew from the Ellendale asset in Western Australia, completing on-site rehabilitation obligations. Simultaneously, Burgundy maintained its stake in the Naujaat project in Nunavut, Canada, signaling a commitment to diverse and promising ventures.
Expressing enthusiasm for the future, the CEO highlighted upcoming initiatives in planning and development, geared towards sustaining the production of top-tier diamonds for years to come.
A notable success for the company was the recent announcement of approximately US$170 million in diamond sales for Q4 of 2023. This milestone underscored the robust performance of the Ekati asset, the value attributed to Canadian provenance, and the effective management of the company’s proprietary auction process in Belgium. Moreover, Burgundy successfully cleared its rough diamond inventory in Q4, reserving specific stones for special auctions at designated times throughout the year.
The CEO and the executive leadership team expressed satisfaction with the global diamond market’s resilience and growing opportunities in the short to medium term. The industry’s responsible supply chain management and the unwavering support from existing and new customers were acknowledged as contributing factors. This positive outlook instills confidence in the enduring strength of natural diamond industry fundamentals, with long-term demand expected to surpass supply.
Looking ahead to 2024, Burgundy Diamond Mines plans to capitalize on its success by strengthening the long-term production plan at Ekati, intensifying sales efforts, and advancing growth opportunities that add value. The company aims to solidify its position as the premier end-to-end listed diamond company.
