Aftermath Silver advances Berenguela development with COO appointment – ICYMI
Aftermath Silver Ltd (TSX-V:AAG, OTCQX:AAGFF, FRA:FLM1) earlier this week outlined further progress at the Berenguela project as the company moves toward the engineering and development stage, highlighted by the appointment of a new chief operating officer and the resumption of drilling...
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Last updated: 10:45 07 Feb 2026 EST, First published: 10:39 07 Feb 2026 EST
Aftermath Silver Ltd (TSX-V:AAG, OTCQX:AAGFF, FRA:FLM1) earlier this week outlined further progress at the Berenguela project as the company moves toward the engineering and development stage, highlighted by the appointment of a new chief operating officer and the resumption of drilling activity.
The company said Danny Keating has joined as chief operating officer, bringing extensive experience in mine development, mineral processing and large-scale project execution.
CEO Ralph Rushton explained that the appointment reflects a strategic shift in focus as Berenguela advances beyond early-stage geological work.
Rushton said the company recognised that specialist engineering expertise was required to properly advance the project, noting that existing experience within the team only went so far once studies moved into detailed engineering and coordination. He added that Keating has been known to the company for many years and has worked across several jurisdictions on major projects.
A key differentiator, according to Rushton, is Keating’s experience with manganese projects. Berenguela hosts a significant manganese component alongside silver and copper, and Rushton said Keating and his teams have previously designed and constructed test plants and pilot plants specifically for manganese operations. He described this experience as a “specific skill set” and said it was expected to help unlock value at Berenguela.
Operationally, Rushton confirmed that drilling has resumed at Berenguela, with current work focused on areas within the existing resource that are expected to be mined first. He said this approach is designed to increase confidence in both geology and grade as development planning progresses.
In parallel, the company is also drilling on the eastern side of the Berenguela project, where higher copper grades have been identified. Rushton said these programs have multiple objectives and that investors should expect a steady flow of assay results over the coming months.
Beyond Peru, Aftermath Silver is also advancing exploration at the Challacollo project in Chile. Rushton noted that drilling is currently underway, although progress has been temporarily slowed due to technical issues with the drill rig. He added that the company plans to continue the program once those issues are resolved.
The combination of strengthened management, advancing engineering studies and active drilling across two projects positions the company for a period of regular news flow as Berenguela moves closer to development.