Intrepid Metals Secures Additional Mineral Rights Adjacent to Rio Tinto at Corral Copper

Core Insights - Intrepid Metals Corp. has expanded its Corral Copper Property by acquiring additional mineral rights, enhancing its regional footprint in Cochise County, Arizona [1][2] - The new claims add approximately 2,195 acres (888 hectares) to the Corral land package, bringing total holdings to 11,715 acres (4,741 hectares) [2] - The acquisition strategically positions Intrepid alongside major industry player Rio Tinto, following Rio Tinto's recent claims acquisition in the area [1][3] Company Developments - The CEO of Intrepid Metals expressed confidence in the district's potential and commitment to developing a significant copper asset in a tier-one jurisdiction [3] - The Corral Copper Property is located near historical mining areas, with a rich mining history dating back to the late 1800s [4][10] - Intrepid has access to a historical digital drill hole archive database, which aids in exploration targeting and planning [4] Exploration Potential - The district has over 50,000 meters of historical drilling data, primarily focused on the Ringo, Earp, and Holliday Zones, which Intrepid is leveraging for ongoing exploration [4][7] - The company aims to combine modern exploration techniques with historical data to advance the Corral Copper Property towards development studies [7]