DPM Metals Announces Inferred Mineral Resource Estimates of 2.6 Million Gold Ounces and 1.9 Billion Pounds of Copper at the Rakita Camp
Globenewswire·2025-12-02 13:00

Core Viewpoint - DPM Metals Inc. has announced initial Mineral Resource Estimates (MRE) for the Dumitru Potok, Rakita North, and Frasen prospects in eastern Serbia, indicating significant potential for a district-scale gold-copper system [1][3][4]. Mineral Resource Estimates - The total Inferred MRE comprises 2.6 million ounces of gold and 1.9 billion pounds of copper, contained within 84.4 million tonnes grading 0.97 g/t gold and 1.02% copper, assuming an underground mining scenario [5][12]. - The Dumitru Potok prospect alone contains 64.1 million tonnes at a grade of 1.07 g/t gold and 1.09% copper, representing a significant higher-grade core of the MRE [12]. Exploration Potential - All three deposits (Dumitru Potok, Rakita North, and Frasen) remain open in multiple directions, suggesting further exploration potential and resource growth at low-cost discovery rates [4][28]. - The company has identified numerous high-potential targets along a six-kilometre trend, enhancing the prospects for continued mineral resource growth [3][12]. Metallurgical Testwork - Initial metallurgical testwork indicates high recoveries are achievable, producing potentially saleable copper and gold concentrates [12][21]. - Preliminary flotation testwork produced saleable gold-copper concentrate grades between 18% to 39% for copper and 14 g/t to 31 g/t for gold [25][27]. Next Steps - Drilling is paused on the Čoka Rakita exploration license pending permit renewal, with plans to recommence in the second quarter of 2026 [29]. - The company plans 20,000 metres of diamond drilling at the Čoka Rakita exploration license to infill and extend mineralization at the Dumitru Potok prospect [30]. Stakeholder Engagement - DPM has maintained strong partnerships with local communities and governments since 2004, emphasizing proactive engagement as exploration activities advance [31][32]. Investor Engagement - DPM is hosting an investor day on December 4, 2025, to present highlights of the Rakita camp MRE and provide updates from the executive and technical teams [33][34].