About us
Gold was first discovered in Brokopondo in 1879 and since then approximately half of the recorded production of Suriname has been produced in the district of Brokopondo.
The history Rosebel, which lies in the Brokopondo district, can be found below.
1979
The Rosebel property is awarded to state-owned mining company Grassalco (NV Grasshopper Aluminum Company)
1992
A Mineral Agreement is signed between the Government of Suriname, Grassalco and Golden Star.
1994
Earn-in agreement is signed between Cambior and Golden Star.
1997
Grassroots exploration and a feasibility study are conducted
2001
Cambior purchases the remaining 50% interest from Golden Star and becomes full owner on Rosebel Gold Mines N.V.
2002
Rosebel Gold Mines N.V. is established. The feasibility study is finalized
2003
Phase I construction (Design 4.8 Mpa) is completed. The Mineral Agreement is amended
2004
Commercial production starts.
2005
Phase II expansion (Design 5.8 Mpa) is completed.
2006
IAMGOLD acquires Rosebel through the acquisition of Cambior.
2008
Record mine throughput and gold production is achieved. IAMGOLD acquires 86% of Euro Ressources S.A. which holds a royalty interest in Rosebel.
2013
The second amendement to the Mineral Agreement is signed.