Detour Gold Corporation announced production results for the fourth quarter and full year December 31, 2016. For the quarter, the company reported, gold production of 143,512 ounces in the fourth quarter. The mill facility processed a record 5.5 million tones (Mt) of ore at an average grade of 0.90 g/t with average recoveries of 90%.

For the year, total gold production to 537,765 ounces for the year, in line with revised guidance of 525,000 to 545,000 ounces. The mill processed 20.8 Mt of ore as planned, an increase of 1 Mt over the prior year. Head grade of 0.90 g/t and recoveries of 89% were below plan for the year by 6% and 2%, respectively. A total of 20.9 Mt (ore and waste) was mined in the fourth quarter (equivalent to mining rates of 227,000 tpd), below plan mainly as a result of lower shovel availability. The Campbell pit recovery plan which started in September remained on target at year-end. For the year, a total of 87.4 Mt was mined, approximately 9.3 Mt plan.

The company provided production guidance for the year 2017. For the year, the company reported gold production was 550,000 oz to 600,000.

For the year 2017, the company expects total capital expenditures of $160 million to $180 million.