Nexa Resources provides update on Atacocha Mine operation

Nexa is a large-scale, low-cost integrated zinc producer with over 65 years of experience developing and operating mining and smelting assets in Latin America.

Nexa Resources S.A. has informed that production at the Atacocha San Gerardo open pit mine is temporarily suspended.

The Joraoniyoc community has illegally blocked the road access to the mine due to protest activities, and although there is no material impact on Atacocha´s production to date, mine production has been suspended, and activities are limited to critical operations with a minimum workforce to ensure proper maintenance.

Nexa is complying with all existing agreements, pursuing an active dialogue with the community and authorities for a peaceful resolution of this situation, in addition to remaining committed to the social development of all its host communities.

On a weekly basis, Atacocha produces approximately 0.2kt of zinc, accounting for less than 3% of Nexa’s zinc production. Nexa will keep the market informed of further developments.