Cementation crews commenced work in 2007 on the lateral development program at Xstrata Nickel’s Nickel Rim South Project to establish three captive levels and associated sub-levels for the purpose of deposit definition drilling and early ore development, with an anticipated total of approximately 10,700m. The development method includes in-cycle shotcrete, water scaling and drill jumbos to drill both the face and the ground support.

The scope also includes operation and maintenance of the vent and main shafts for the duration of the development program.