{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Company Interviews","title":"Vizsla Silver (TSX:VZLA) - Rare Pure Silver Play Asset Nearing Production","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2391,"description":"Interview with Simon Cmrlec, Chief Operating Officer of Vizsla Silver.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/vizsla-silver-tsxvzla-aiming-for-production-h2-2027-6651Recording date: 16th April, 2025Vizsla Silver represents one of the most compelling pure-play silver investment opportunities in the market today, with a clear path to becoming Mexico's next significant silver producer by late 2027. Under the leadership of Simon Cmrlec, former COO of respected mining engineering firm Ausenco, the company is methodically advancing what Cmrlec describes as \"one of the greatest undeveloped silver projects\" in his career. The Sinaloa, Mexico project stands out for its exceptional grade profile, with a total resource of over 360 million ounces of silver equivalent and measured and indicated resources of 222 million ounces – significantly exceeding the 170 million ounces planned for production in the company's preliminary economic assessment (PEA).What sets Vizsla apart from many development-stage mining companies is its rare combination of high-grade mineralization and exceptional infrastructure. The project is positioned between two major highways with high-voltage power lines running directly across the property and adequate water resources. This infrastructure advantage dramatically reduces capital requirements and development risks compared to peers developing resources in remote locations. As Cmrlec notes, the ability to \"make a discovery right here on a highway\" was immediately apparent as a significant competitive advantage.The company's engineering approach demonstrates a conservative methodology focused on risk mitigation while preserving upside potential. The metallurgical testing program has progressed through four comprehensive phases, with over 40 composite samples tested. Recent drilling success has not only increased resource confidence but also improved grades by approximately 5% across the property and 10% in the critical early mining...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/1wv-MFlQAgnm-ca64e5kK4984dZB0os8-HJdRVsI74M/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzEzNTcyLzE2MjM5/NTQyMDctYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}