AzerGold implements advanced Geotechnical Monitoring System at the Soyudlu (Zod) gold deposit

AzerGold CJSC has commenced the deployment of advanced geotechnical monitoring technology at the Soyudlu gold deposit, regarded as the largest gold deposit in the Caucasus.

Considering the mine’s geotechnical conditions and the active occurrence of various exogenous geological processes, a GroundProbe SSR-OMNI slope stability radar system has been commissioned to provide continuous, real-time monitoring of pit wall movements and deformation. The system is designed to detect and track ground displacement, enabling the early identification of potentially hazardous slope instability and supporting timely risk mitigation measures to enhance operational safety and continuity.

Alongside mine development, work is also continuing the development of technological solutions for ore processing. Based on the mineralogical and metallurgical characteristics of Soyudlu ore, as well as the results of the tests conducted, the need to apply flotation technology at the initial processing stage has been established. To this end, technical and economic assessments are being carried out to evaluate the feasibility of establishing a modern flotation processing facility.

The commissioning of the mine will contribute to increasing production capacity in Azerbaijan’s mining sector and boosting revenues to the state budget, while also creating new employment opportunities in the Kalbajar district and supporting local economic activity and social development.

During 2026–2029, covering the project’s initial production and construction phase, approximately 700 direct and indirect jobs are expected to be created. Once the Soyudlu mine reaches full-scale production, direct and indirect employment is expected to exceed 1,300 jobs.