Blue Gold secures $140m for Bogoso and Prestea mine restart; litigation with Ghana may end if lease dispute resolves.
Quiver AI Summary
Blue Gold Limited has secured a total of $140 million in committed capital to restart the Bogoso and Prestea gold mine in Ghana, which includes a $75 million equity line of credit and a newly raised $65 million secured loan. The funding is contingent on resolving a lease dispute with the Ghanaian government, which Blue Gold is prepared to litigate if necessary. The company's CEO, Andrew Cavaghan, emphasized the funding's potential to reinstate full production at the mine, which is part of Blue Gold's broader strategy to tokenize gold and launch the world’s first global gold-backed currency through their Digital Division. Blue Gold is focused on responsible mining practices while leveraging financial innovation to create shareholder value.
Potential Positives
- Total committed capital of US $140 million secured for the restart of the Bogoso and Prestea mine, indicating strong financial backing and investor confidence.
- Company has the potential to resolve legal disputes with the Government of Ghana, which may expedite the mine's restart and operational efficiency.
- Restarting the mine aligns with Blue Gold’s innovative strategy to tokenize gold production, positioning the company at the forefront of developing a unique gold-backed currency.
Potential Negatives
- Restart of the Bogoso and Prestea mine is contingent upon resolving a lease dispute with the Government of Ghana, which adds uncertainty to the project timeline and financial outlook.
- The funding secured is largely through debt (a $65m secured loan), raising concerns about the company's financial leverage and potential repayment obligations.
- The ongoing legal dispute and arbitration with the former Ghana administration suggests a challenging operational environment, which could hinder business activities and investor confidence.
FAQ
What is the total committed capital for the Bogoso and Prestea mine restart?
The total committed capital for the restart is US $140 million.
Who provided the funding for the Bogoso and Prestea mine?
The funding was secured from two institutional backers, including a US $75 million Equity Line of Credit and a US $65 million secured loan.
What is the status of the litigation with the Government of Ghana?
Blue Gold is ready to drop litigation if the lease dispute with the Government of Ghana is resolved immediately.
How will the restart of the mine benefit Blue Gold’s strategy?
The restart aligns with Blue Gold’s strategy to tokenize gold to launch the world’s first global gold-backed currency.
What is Blue Gold Limited’s mission?
Blue Gold Limited aims to unlock untapped value in the gold sector through responsible development and innovative monetization models.
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Full Release
- Total committed capital of US $140m for restart of Bogoso and Prestea mine secured from two separate institutional backers (US $75m Equity Line of Credit, still undrawn, and new US $65m 1 secured loan)
- Blue Gold ready to drop litigation with the Government of Ghana if the lease dispute is resolved instantly
- Restart of Bogoso and Prestea mine ties in with Blue Gold’s strategy to tokenise gold to launch world’s first global gold-backed currency
NEW YORK, NY, Nov. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Gold Limited (Nasdaq: BGL) (“Blue Gold” or the “Company”), a next-generation gold development and technology company, is pleased to announce a further $65m 1 of committed funding available to finance the restart of the Bogoso and Prestea gold mine in Ghana, bringing the total committed capital to $140m 1 .
The funding, which comes from a new institutional investor, is structured as a secured loan for the exclusive purpose of financing the restart of the 5.1m oz Bogoso and Prestea gold mine in Ghana. The funds are being held in escrow with lawyers, conditional on the resolution of the lease dispute with the Government of Ghana.
Commenting on the new funding, Andrew Cavaghan, Chief Executive Officer, said , “This funding, along with the amount that is already committed, clearly evidences our capacity to invest and restart in the mine to bring it back into full production.”
“The former Ghana administration took steps in September 2024 to prevent us from investing funds secured for the restart the mine by wrongfully terminating the Bogoso and Prestea mining lease. We immediately disputed the legality of this action, and the matter is now in international arbitration.”
“We are confident to reach a resolution of this dispute, including settlement, to ensure that this important mine is brought back into production as quickly as possible.”
Operating the Bogoso and Prestea mine ties in with the Company’s strategy to tokenise its gold production to create the world’s first global, gold-backed currency, which it is preparing to launch through its recently launched Digital Division.
About Blue Gold Limited
Blue Gold Limited (Nasdaq: BGL) is a next-generation gold development company focused on acquiring and aggregating high-potential mining assets across strategic global jurisdictions. The Company’s mission is to unlock untapped value in the gold sector by combining disciplined resource acquisition with innovative monetization models, including asset-backed digital instruments. Blue Gold is committed to responsible development, operational transparency, and leveraging modern financial technologies to redefine how gold is produced, accessed, and owned in the 21st century.
Blue Gold prioritizes growth, sustainable development, and transparency in all our business practices. We believe that our commitment to responsible mining will enable us to create value for our shareholders while minimizing our environmental footprint.
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1 New funding of $65m has bene provided in AUD, figures based on USD FX November 4, 2025
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