Vast Resources (LON: VAST) Navigates Diamond Sales and Romanian Mining Review

Vast Resources (LON: VAST) is progressing with its diamond beneficiation and sales process while simultaneously reviewing its mining operations in Romania. The company anticipates commencing public and private tenders for its diamond parcels this month, extending through October.

Over recent months, Vast Resources has collaborated with specialist consultants to refine cleaning and sorting processes tailored for its unique eluvial stones. This bespoke five-stage cleaning process has significantly enhanced the value of the parcels. Visual examples of the stone beneficiation process will be available on the company's X channel (x.com/vast_resources) and LinkedIn page (linkedin.com/company/vast-resources/).

The company is committed to direct and indirect involvement across the entire value chain to maximize shareholder returns. Vast believes this approach presents a unique opportunity to realize value from the long-awaited diamond parcels, potentially leading to further opportunities in the future.

However, the company acknowledges that achieving improved financial recoveries necessitates additional processing time.

Vast Resources is conducting a comprehensive geological review and reassessing its mining strategy at Baita Plai, leading to a temporary suspension of mining operations. This technical review has expanded to include both Baita Plai and Manaila, alongside advanced discussions with potential joint venture partners and off-take financiers.

Early results from the technical review are encouraging, bolstering the Board's confidence in the future production potential of both mining complexes. The company anticipates providing further updates on this process in Q4 2025 as it works towards restarting operations at both locations.

The diamond sales provide a near-term catalyst for revenue generation, while the Romanian mining review introduces uncertainty but also the potential for improved operational efficiency and strategic partnerships.