Micon International Limited has provided consulting services to the international mining industry since 1988, with particular focus upon mineral resource estimation, metallurgical services, mine design and production scheduling, preparation of pre-feasibility and feasibility studies, independent reviews of mining and mineral properties, independent engineer services, economic analysis and litigation support. Micon's professional staff has the experience, education and professional credentials necessary to act as Qualified Persons and/or Competent Persons, as required by world-wide regulatory agencies. Offices are located in Canada (Toronto and Vancouver) and the UK (Norwich and Cornwall), with representatives in the USA and Russia. Micon's highly qualified and experienced staff of professionals are guided by the principles of Integrity, Competence and Independence. Each has extensive prior experience in mineral exploration, mining companies and leading consultant groups. Micon applies the skills of its staff and associate consultants to the specific requirements of each assignment so as to provide the highest level of service, value and quality. Micon's clients include mining and mineral exploration companies, financial institutions and government agencies from around the world. Assignments have been carried out in almost every country of the world for a wide range of precious and base metals, industrial minerals, diamonds, coal and uranium. Expertise has been developed in the economic evaluation of mining properties, including studies in support of debt and equity financing.