Protos' flagship is the Barnes Hill nickel-cobalt-iron project located in northern Tasmania, which is steadily advancing towards production. Subject to a successful feasibility outcome, Barnes Hill is slated to commence mining in early 2013 with highly lucrative economics which are set to be enhanced further through the application of unique nickel laterite processing technology. The successful deployment of this technology promises to slash OPEX and CAPEX costs by 'recycling' sulphuric acid and turning minor metals into saleable products. This interview with Andrew Mortimer, Managing Director, was recorded on the International Precious Metals & Commodities Show in November 2010 in Munich.
