Theta Gold Mines Limited (ASX:TGM) (OTCMKTS:TGMGF) is pleased to announce a key project development milestone for the Starter Theta Project has been achieved with the selection of an experienced and respected mining contractor in order that the Company is positioned to rapidly advance trial mining activities.

After a comprehensive tendering process, Digmin Group (‘Digmin’) has been selected. The Digmin Group has a solid track record providing contract mining services throughout Africa and also provides bulk earthworks, roads and civils, mine infrastructure development as well as surface and underground drilling services.