Core Insights - SAGA Metals Corp. has made significant advancements in its 2025 program, including a detailed mineralogical and geological study and progress in on-site exploration at the Radar Titanium-Vanadium-Iron Project, indicating its potential as a strategic critical metals project in North America [1][2][3] Company Developments - The Radar Property spans 24,175 hectares and includes the Dykes River intrusive complex, which is approximately 160 km² in size, with excellent infrastructure such as all-season road access and a nearby deep-water port [2][28] - A detailed study by Dr. Al Miller confirmed the presence of thick titanomagnetite-rich oxide layers containing titanium dioxide (TiO₂), vanadium pentoxide (V₂O₅), and iron (Fe) [7][17] - The 2025 drill program included seven diamond drill holes totaling approximately 2,200 meters, confirming the mineralization of the Lower Cumulate Layer [7][10] Geological Insights - The Grenville-age mafic layered intrusions in Québec and Labrador represent an underdeveloped resource province for titanium, vanadium, and iron, comparable to major global deposits [3] - Geological mapping and surveys have identified oxide layering across more than 20 km of strike length, with mineralized zones open for expansion [4][20] - The Lower Cumulate Layer has been identified as promising, with significant thickness and high-grade intervals of vanadiferous titanomagnetite [12][16] Drilling Results - Key drilling results include: - HEZ-07: 20.2 meters grading 31.35% Fe, 6.32% TiO₂, and 0.435% V₂O₅ - HEZ-01: 31.5 meters grading 25.95% Fe, 5.34% TiO₂, and 0.28% V₂O₅ - HEZ-04: 50 meters grading 24.49% Fe, 4.74% TiO₂, and 0.305% V₂O₅ [11][12] - The average vanadiferous titanomagnetite (VTM) grades from the drill holes range from 20% to 35%, indicating economic potential [16] Metallurgical Insights - Dr. Miller's report provides insights into the mineralization of the targeted oxide layers, which will inform metallurgical testing at IGS Laboratories [17] - The presence of vanadium in solid solution within magnetite-titanomagnetite presents an opportunity for recovery alongside titanium [18] Future Plans - SAGA plans to conduct a follow-up drill program of 10,000–15,000 meters focused on the Trapper Zone, alongside expanded metallurgical testing [22] - The company aims to leverage its robust infrastructure and significant mineralization to position the Radar Project as a major titanium-vanadium deposit in North America [22][23]
SAGA Metals Expands Radar Ti-V-Fe Project Vision with Preliminary Metallurgical Insights and Major Exploration Milestones