HOUSTON, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Heeney Capital (“Heeney”), a U.S. private investment firm focused on critical minerals, strategic resources, and industrial supply chains, has signed a milestone mining concession with the Republic of Venezuela and Corporación Venezolana de Minería (“CVM”) to develop and operate a major gold mining project in the El Callao Mining District of Venezuela, one of the most prolific gold belts in the Guayana Shield that hosts numerous Tier 1 gold assets. The agreement was signed at the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial in Houston, Texas.
“Heeney Capital aims to be a premier critical materials producer in Venezuela by building world-class, long-life operations that meets the highest international mining and processing standards, while directly advancing the nation’s resource sovereignty and long-term economic development,” said Henry Heeney, Co-Founder of Heeney Capital. “El Callao has the potential to deliver sustained gold production while creating jobs, attracting investment, and generating significant long-term economic value for Venezuela”
The deal will catalyze up to $1 billion in investment, revitalizing El Callao, and will restore economic vitality through workforce development, targeted community investments, and sustainable economic growth. The project is also expected to bring multi-billion dollars in tax and royalty revenue to the Government of Venezuela.
“We hold deep respect for this historic relationship with the Republic of Venezuela and CVM,” said Sean Pi, Co-Founder of Heeney Capital. “Our view is reflective of the strength and confidence global corporations place in Venezuela, and demonstrates the country’s growing importance in the global mining and minerals supply chain.”
“Heeney Capital brings a proven track record of executing complex projects in challenging jurisdictions, with deep expertise in large-scale resource development,” said Héctor Silva, Venezuelan Minister of Mining. “These actions are part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between Venezuela and the United States, fostering investment to revitalize the national productive sector and consolidate Venezuela’s position as a mining and energy powerhouse.”
About Heeney Capital
Heeney Capital is a private investment firm focused on critical minerals, strategic resources, and industrial supply chains supporting U.S. and allied economic security interests. The firm partners with industry leaders, investors, and governments to advance projects that strengthen supply chain resilience and create long-term economic value.
sean@heeneycapital.com
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