LONDON, Nov. 23, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- Crew Gold Corporation (Crew, "the Company") (TSE:CRU) (OSE:CRU) (Frankfurt:KNC) (Other OTC:CRUGF) is pleased to report that the bulk carrier MV Spar Jade left Nalunaq on November 22nd, carrying approximately 28,200 tonnes of gold ore on board. This is in line with plan.
Estimated arrival in Aviles in Spain is November 27th. Off loading and transfer to the Rio Narcea (El Valle) plant will start immediately after arrival in Aviles.
The processing campaign will be concluded before Christmas.
Jan A. Vestrum, President & CEO
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