Local assembly, local talent, and world-class service define Neemba’s contribution to Montage Gold’s flagship Koné Project
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire — October 23, 2025, 2025 —
Neemba Côte d’Ivoire (“Neemba”), the authorized Caterpillar dealer for West Africa, is proud to announce its key role as equipment supplier and technical service provider for the Koné Project, developed by Montage Gold Corp.
Under a long-term partnership, Neemba will deliver, assemble, and support a fleet of high-performance Caterpillar machines — including 777 haul trucks, 6020 hydraulic shovels, D9 dozers, and support equipment — to enable Montage’s owner-mining operating model at the Koné Project in Côte d’Ivoire. Continuous deliveries are scheduled to begin in mid-2026.
All machines will be assembled locally by Neemba technicians, reflecting Neemba’s deep commitment to local content development and skills transfer. The assembly and commissioning activities will be performed at the Koné site by trained professionals, ensuring adherence to the highest global standards of safety, quality, and performance.
To guarantee operational reliability, Neemba will also deploy a dedicated on-site technical team doing condition monitoring, preventative maintenance and rapid-response repair services to maximize uptime and productivity. Neemba will also implement an on-site Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) system to ensure rapid parts availability, minimized downtime, and optimized lifecycle performance for the entire fleet.
Neemba support encompasses the entire equipment lifecycle by incorporating NEEMAN (Neemba Manufactured) major components at each overhaul period.
Supporting Construction Success
Throughout the construction phase of the Koné Project, Neemba has played a key enabling role by providing a range of Caterpillar rental equipment, including earthmoving and material handling units, to support site development and infrastructure works.
Additionally, Caterpillar Gensets supplied and maintained by Neemba have ensured continuous and stable power generation for critical site operations. This reliable power availability has been instrumental in maintaining construction progress on schedule, reinforcing Neemba’s ability to deliver integrated solutions across the full project lifecycle — from early works to production readiness.
OEM Financing Solution
As part of its integrated service offering, Neemba has worked closely with CAT Financial to establish a US$75 million OEM Finance Facility supporting Montage Gold’s acquisition of the Caterpillar mining fleet and related services.
The finance structure enables Montage Gold to deploy its mining fleet through a competitive, OEM-backed financing solution while reinforcing Neemba’s role as a strategic partner capable of delivering both technical and financial solutions in support of large-scale mining operations.
Commitment
to excellence and HSE
Neemba’s participation in the Koné Project embodies its dedication to excellence. Neemba’s project workforce is trained and certified in accordance with Caterpillar Global Standards.
The company’s Training Academy in Abidjan — fully renovated — serves as a regional hub for safety and technical training, emphasizing Neemba’s belief that sustainable mining success is built on empowered people and safe operations.
Statement from Neemba Management
General Manager of Neemba Group
“ The $75 million OEM financing solution developed with CAT Finance further underscores our commitment to enabling our customers’ success by providing integrated solutions that combine technical excellence, financial flexibility, and operational sustainability. ”
Neemba's Mining Director
“ The Koné Project marks a milestone in Neemba’s history and a testament to our ability to deliver world-class support to our customers. Our collaboration with Montage Gold goes beyond equipment supply — it’s a full partnership built on reliability, innovation, and shared values. Through this project, we are demonstrating that local talent, supported by global technology, can deliver at the highest international standards. ”
General Manager of Neemba Côte d'Ivoire
“ From the early construction phase — where our rental fleet and Caterpillar Gensets helped keep the project advancing — to the full deployment of the mining fleet under the unique finance program, Neemba’s involvement showcases our capacity to provide end-to-end solutions that power progress at every stage. ”
About Neemba
Neemba International Limited is the authorized Caterpillar dealer in West Africa, providing premium mining, construction, and energy equipment solutions across the region. With a strong local presence in Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Mali, Guinée and other countries, Neemba delivers end-to-end solutions — from equipment supply and assembly to parts management, training, and field support.
Through innovation, customer commitment, and investment in local capacity, Neemba continues to enable mining and infrastructure excellence across Africa.
About Montage Gold
Montage Gold Corp. (TSX: MAU) is a Canadian-listed company focused on becoming a premier African gold producer, with its flagship Koné project, located in Côte d’Ivoire, at the forefront. Based on the Updated Feasibility Study published in 2024 (the “UFS”), the Koné project has an estimated 16-year mine life and sizeable annual production of +300koz of gold over the first 8 years and is expected to enter production in Q2-2027.
