"Yeah I wasn't sure how to interpret "issues" but it does make a...

"Yeah I wasn't sure how to interpret "issues" but it does make a direct and clear reference to strong evidence of being better then planned for grades."

That is complete and utter bollocks.

It does not make reference to better grades than planned for. Quite the contrary in fact. "Strong evidence of higher grades" to me means they are not getting the grades they thought, but just perhaps maybe there is some gold down there, and the through put is a bit better now than earlier. But given the recent track record of this company, I wouldn't believe a word.

To me the thing that seals the deal as to not being able to get expected tonnages is the words "cover for contingencies".

I think you guys are getting royally screwed and blatantly lied to so the big guys can get out at your expense.