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In a significant move to streamline its financial liabilities, <a href="https://ultramining.com/news/en/argo-blockchains-struggles-continue-with-a-17-drop-in-bitcoin-production/">Argo Blockchain</a> has executed the sale of its Mirabel mining facility in Quebec for $6.1 million, aiming to decrease its debt to Galaxy Digital. This strategic decision comes as part of Argo's broader financial management plan. The sale not only contributes to reducing the company's outstanding balance but also marks a pivotal shift in its operational dynamics, as Argo continues to adapt to the evolving digital currency landscape, according to <a href="https://theminermag.com/news/2024-03-05/argo-bitcoin-mining-mirabel-galaxy-debt/">TheMinerMag</a>. 
The Mirabel site, notable for its 5 megawatts (MW) power capacity, was divested on Tuesday, allowing Argo to focus on optimizing its operations by relocating miners to its Baie Comeau site, also in Quebec. This move is accompanied by the liquidation of older <a href="https://ultramining.com/news/en/immersion-cooling-transforms-chinas-crypto-mining-landscape/">mining equipment</a>, symbolizing a transition towards more efficient mining solutions. The proceeds from this sale have significantly lowered Argo's debt to Galaxy Digital to $14 million, reflecting a proactive approach to financial sustainability amidst challenging market conditions. 
This transaction echoes Argo's previous strategic maneuver in December 2022, when it sold its flagship Helios mining site in <a href="https://ultramining.com/news/en/texas-residents-challenge-bitcoin-mining-industrys-impact-on-power-grid-and-communities/">Texas</a> to Galaxy Digital for $65 million. That deal was a critical component of Argo's financial restructuring, enabling it to repay debts to NYDIG and borrow an additional $35 million from Galaxy Digital, ensuring operational continuity. 
As Argo navigates the complexities of the bitcoin mining sector, its February mining performance revealed the extraction of 92 BTC, achieved with a realized <a href="https://ultramining.com/news/en/impending-bitcoin-halving-may-trigger-major-hashrate-decline-say-experts/">hashrate</a> of 1.87 EH/s. Despite operational challenges, including a maintenance-related outage at the Cottonwood substation, Argo demonstrates resilience and adaptability, underscoring its commitment to maximizing mining efficiency and financial health.

Argo Blockchain Strategically Sells Quebec Site to Alleviate Galaxy Digital Debt

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