Gatos Silver, Inc. specializes in the discovery, development, and extraction of precious metals. Its primary focus involves exploring for silver ores, though the company also seeks out deposits of zinc, lead, copper, and gold. A pivotal asset for the company is the Cerro Los Gatos mine, situated within the Los Gatos District in Mexico's Chihuahua state. Founded in 2009, the corporation was previously known as Sunshine Silver Mining & Refining Corporation before officially changing its name to Gatos Silver, Inc. in October 2020. It operates from its headquarters in Greenwood Village, Colorado.