Higher provisions for future reclamation of Aitik and Garpenberg
Due to more extensive reclamation plans for Aitik and Garpenberg, Boliden's provisions for reclamation are increased by SEK 3.8 billion. As a result, annual depreciation increases by approximately SEK 200 million and the financial net is negatively affected by approximately SEK 100 million starting in 2024. The result for the fourth quarter of 2023 is not affected. The cash flow impact due to reclamation work mainly only occurs when mines are closed.Most of the extended provisions for reclamation are related to Aitik soon will submit a new application for an operating permit. In connection