UK-based Vast Resources said on Monday that metallurgical tests at its Baita Plai polymetallic project in Romania have delivered positive results.

Thus, copper recoveries ranged between 88.2% and 93.8%, gold recoveries ranged between 72.7% – 78.2%, silver recoveries ranged between 69.3% – 83.0%, while zinc recoveries amounted to 51.1%.

Tests also revealed a recovered molybdenum concentration of 65.3%, which will be included in the processing plant for an additional revenue stream.

Tests were carried out by Grinding Solutions, an UK-based company specializing in mineral liberation and separation, according to SeeNews.

“The opportunity to further develop the mine and continue exploration at Baita Plai in order to increase the resource and extend the life of mine is a continuing priority for the Company. These test results underpin both the near term and the future profitability of the company,” Vast CEO Andrew Prelea said.

In July, Vast Resources said it expects to start production of copper concentrate at Baita Plai in August.