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Kootenay Silver Delivers Maiden Resource Estimate of 54 Moz at 284 gpt Silver, Highlighting High-Grade Potential at Columba Project
Prnewswire· 2025-06-17 10:00
Core Insights - Kootenay Silver Inc. has completed its maiden Mineral Resource Estimate for the Columba Silver Project, indicating a significant silver exploration target with an inferred resource of 54 million ounces of silver at a grade of 284 grams per tonne (gpt) [1][2][6] Resource Estimate Details - The underground Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) includes 5.92 million tonnes grading 284 gpt silver, 0.19% lead, and 0.50% zinc, with a total inferred resource of 54.1 million ounces of silver, 25.2 million pounds of lead, and 65.6 million pounds of zinc [5][7][10] - The MRE is based on a cut-off grade of 150 gpt silver, considering a metal price of US$26.00 per ounce and a mining cost of US$60.00 per tonne of rock [5][19] Exploration Potential - The D vein is highlighted as a target for significant expansion, with potential to extend vertically and along strike, indicating strong prospects for increasing the resource in future drilling programs [3][6] - The company plans to conduct an additional 50,000 meters of drilling, with the initial 20,000 to 30,000 meters focused on expanding the known resource [4][6] Geological Context - The Columba project is characterized as a high-grade epithermal vein system, with mineralization occurring over a vertical extent of at least 350 meters and potential depths exceeding 700 meters [14][15] - The veins are hosted within a volcanic caldera setting, with a mapped surface extent of approximately 4 kilometers by 3 kilometers [15][16] Historical Context - Prior to Kootenay Silver's involvement, there had been no exploration at Columba for nearly 40 years, with historical mining activities occurring in the early 1900s and a brief period from 1958 to 1960 [18]
Mirasol Signs MOU for the Sale of the Virginia Silver Project and Landholdings in Argentina for US$8 Million Plus 2% NSR Royalty
Globenewswire· 2025-06-16 11:00
Core Viewpoint - Mirasol Resources Ltd. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Ampere Metals Pty. Ltd. for the exclusive rights to negotiate a definitive agreement to acquire the Virginia Silver Project in Argentina for a total consideration of US$8 million [1][4]. Company Overview - Mirasol Resources Ltd. is a well-funded exploration company with over 20 years of experience in operating, permitting, and community relations in mineral-rich regions of Chile and Argentina [18]. - The company controls 100% of the Virginia Silver Deposit, which is a high-grade silver project [18]. Virginia Silver Project Details - The Virginia Silver Project hosts an indicated mineral resource of 11.7 million ounces of silver at an average grade of 357 g/t and an inferred mineral resource of 7.9 million ounces at 184 g/t [2][7][17]. - The mineralization at Virginia is characterized by high-grade, intermediate sulfidation epithermal style mineralization found in a series of prominent outcropping vein-breccias [2]. Financial Terms of the MOU - The total consideration for the Virginia Project is US$8 million, which includes US$5 million for mineral rights and US$3 million for associated landholdings and infrastructure [4][7]. - Payments are structured over five years, with specific milestones including: - US$4 million upon signing the definitive agreement [5]. - US$3 million upon completion of a prefeasibility study [6]. - US$1 million upon the decision to mine [10]. Exploration Potential - Future drilling at the Virginia Project aims to increase inferred silver resources, with potential to expand the overall deposit by drilling along strike and at depth [15]. - Numerous vein prospects outside the current resource remain untested, indicating further exploration opportunities [7][15]. Royalty Structure - Mirasol will retain a 2% Net Smelter Return (NSR) royalty on the Virginia Project, with the option to sell this royalty to Ampere Metals for a minimum of US$2 million [7][10][16].
Silvercorp Announces Filing of the Updated Mineral Resource Estimate for its Condor Project
Prnewswire· 2025-06-12 11:30
Group 1 - Silvercorp Metals Inc. has filed an updated mineral resource estimate for its Condor gold project, titled "Independent Technical Report for the Condor Project, Ecuador," effective February 28, 2025 [1] - The Technical Report was prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects and is available on the company's website and regulatory filings [2] - There are no material differences between the Technical Report and the previously released information, and the Condor Project is not currently considered a material property of the company [3] Group 2 - Silvercorp is a Canadian mining company focused on producing silver, gold, lead, and zinc, with a strategy aimed at generating shareholder value through free cash flow, organic growth, mergers and acquisitions, and a commitment to responsible mining and ESG [4]
GT Resources - Copper - Palladium - Platinum ("PGE") Project Updates
Newsfile· 2025-06-12 10:30
Core Viewpoint - GT Resources Inc. is advancing its North Rock Project in Ontario, Canada, and the Läntinen Koillismaa (LK) Project in Finland, both of which focus on copper, palladium, and platinum resources, highlighting their potential to supply critical minerals to the European Union [1][3]. North Rock Project - The North Rock Project is located in Northwest Ontario and features excellent infrastructure, including a paved highway and railroad [4]. - The mineralization consists of copper-rich magmatic sulphide along a 13-kilometer basal contact of mafic and ultramafic volcanic rocks, with two main styles of mineralization: gabbro hosted and massive copper-palladium-rich footwall veins [4]. - The 2024 exploration program identified geophysical conductors adjacent to historic high-grade footwall vein intercepts, with notable results including up to 14.6 g/t Palladium, 0.5 g/t Platinum, 0.3 g/t Gold, and 2.3% Copper over 0.6 meters [5]. - Indicated resources include 1.1 million ounces of total precious metals (TMP) at 0.89 g/t, 111 million pounds of Copper at 0.13%, and 92 million pounds of Nickel at 0.11%, contained in 38.2 million tonnes [5]. - Inferred resources are estimated at 1.1 million ounces of TMP at 0.68 g/t, 173 million pounds of Copper at 0.16%, and 152 million pounds of Nickel at 0.14%, contained in 49.7 million tonnes [5]. LK Project - The LK Project in Finland is the company's most advanced project, featuring a substantial palladium-platinum-copper rich open pit resource, positioning it as a critical mineral source for the European Union [3][12]. - The project has a significant NI 43-101 compliant open pit resource and is strategically located to supply critical minerals, with Europe heavily reliant on imports [12]. - The Haukiaho Trend, a 17-kilometer long area, presents near-term expansion potential, with historic drilling indicating significant platinum and palladium grades [13]. - The mineral resource estimate includes indicated resources of 1.50 million tonnes at 0.61 g/t Palladium, 0.22 g/t Platinum, and 0.07 g/t Gold, and inferred resources of 1.26 million tonnes at 0.43 g/t Palladium, 0.17 g/t Platinum, and 0.09 g/t Gold [16].
Osisko Metals Intersects 0.33% Cu Over 258 Metres at Gaspé
Globenewswire· 2025-06-12 10:00
Core Viewpoint - Osisko Metals Incorporated announced new drilling results from the Gaspé Copper Project, indicating significant mineralization and potential resource expansion below the 2024 Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) [1][3][11]. Drilling Results - Drill hole 30-1075 intersected 258.0 metres averaging 0.33% Cu and 2.95 g/t Ag, including 15.6 metres averaging 1.47% Cu and 8.5 g/t Ag, with a second intercept at depth of 96 metres averaging 0.54% Cu and 3.34 g/t Ag [3][4]. - Drill hole 30-1076 encountered 208.4 metres averaging 0.40% Cu and 2.61 g/t Ag, with significant intercepts at depth extending mineralization to 548 metres [3][4]. - Drill hole 30-1070 revealed 160.5 metres averaging 0.16% Cu and 1.92 g/t Ag, followed by a second intercept of 122.8 metres averaging 0.62% Cu and 4.86 g/t Ag, and a third intercept of 29.7 metres averaging 1.92% Cu and 15.2 g/t Ag at a depth of 629 metres [3][4]. - Drill hole 30-1074 showed 118.5 metres averaging 0.26% Cu and 1.92 g/t Ag, extending mineralization to a vertical depth of 797 metres [4]. Mineral Resource Estimate - The November 2024 MRE was limited to the base of the L1 skarn horizon (C Zone), with all mineralized intersections below this horizon representing potential depth extensions to be included in the next MRE update scheduled for Q1 2026 [7][11]. - Current Indicated Mineral Resources at the Gaspé Copper Project are 824 million tonnes averaging 0.34% CuEq, while Inferred Mineral Resources are 670 million tonnes averaging 0.38% CuEq [15]. Project Focus - The current drilling program aims to convert the November 2024 MRE to Measured and Indicated categories and to test the extension of the mineralization deeper and laterally towards Needle East and Needle Mountain [11][15].
Nova Minerals Commences Antimony-Gold Drilling at its Stibium Prospect
Globenewswire· 2025-06-11 10:30
Core Viewpoint - Nova Minerals Limited has commenced drilling at its Stibium prospect, targeting gold and antimony mineralization, marking a significant milestone in its exploration efforts [1][4][6]. Drilling Program - The 2025 drilling program includes a maiden 3,000m diamond drill program at the Stibium prospect, which is strategically located near the Whiskey Bravo camp and the Korbel gold deposit [6]. - The first drill hole aims to test a high-grade gold-antimony zone identified through extensive surface sampling [6]. - A second diamond drill rig and a reverse circulation (RC) rig are scheduled to begin drilling later in June [1][6]. Surface Sampling Results - Surface sampling has revealed a significant mineralized footprint of approximately 800 meters long and 400 meters wide, with notable results including: - 12 rock samples exceeding 30% antimony (Sb), with a maximum of 60.5% Sb - 10 soil samples exceeding 0.1% Sb, with a maximum of 2.8% Sb - 16 rock samples exceeding 5 g/t gold (Au), with a maximum of 141 g/t Au - 35 soil samples exceeding 1 g/t Au, with a maximum of 25.6 g/t Au [6]. Funding and Strategic Partnerships - The company is progressing its application for U.S. Department of Defense funding to expedite the transition from mining to refining of antimony [2][4]. - If successful, the funding will enable the addition of more diamond drill rigs and the development of a metallurgical processing hub at Port Mackenzie, Alaska [6]. - The company is also engaging with potential antimony off-take partners and plans to employ a leading antimony refining expert [6]. Company Overview - Nova Minerals Limited focuses on the exploration and development of gold, antimony, and critical minerals, particularly through its Estelle Project, which encompasses 514 km of mining claims in Alaska [14]. - The Estelle Project contains multiple mining complexes and is located in the Tintina Gold Belt, known for its significant gold and antimony deposits [14].
Critical Metals Corp Releases Additional High-Grade REE Results From Diamond Drilling at Tanbreez in Greenland
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-06-09 18:09
Core Viewpoint - Critical Metals Corp has announced exceptional assay results from the Tanbreez Project in Greenland, indicating a significant opportunity to increase the current Maiden Resource Estimate (MRE) of rare earth materials from 225 million tonnes (MT) to an exploration target of 500MT [1][19][30]. Group 1: Assay Results and Resource Estimates - The weighted average grade from the newly released diamond drill hole results is 0.43% Total Rare Earth Oxides (TREO) with 28% Heavy Rare Earth Oxides (HREO) and 1.44% Zirconium Oxide (ZrO2) [9][13]. - The MRE for the Tanbreez Project is approximately 45MT of eudialyte containing 0.38% TREO, including 27% HREO, along with 180MT of industrial mineral by-products [1][30]. - The deep diamond drill holes have confirmed mineralization grades ranging from 0.33% to 0.51% TREO, with the potential for further resource upgrades [13][19][23]. Group 2: Drilling Plans and Operations - The company has applied for a Program of Works for the 2025 resource drilling program to upgrade the Inferred Resource to Indicated Resource category and extend the size of the Tanbreez Fjord and Hill Zone Deposits [2]. - The first stage of the drilling program will target the Fjord Deposit, while the second stage will focus on the Hill Zone Deposit, with planned depths of 60m to 150m [4][6][5]. - The company is currently re-assaying historical samples to confirm and reconcile assay results, with updates expected soon [3][7]. Group 3: Strategic Positioning and Future Outlook - The Tanbreez Project is strategically positioned to advance development plans, with ongoing exploration and fieldwork to deepen understanding of the asset's potential [1][19]. - The company holds a 42% interest in the Tanbreez Project, with the right to increase this to 92.5%, indicating strong control over the resource [1]. - The project is expected to play a crucial role in supplying critical minerals essential for electrification and next-generation technologies in Europe and its partners [38][39].
Critical Metals Corp Releases Additional High-Grade REE Results From Diamond Drilling at Tanbreez in Greenland
Globenewswire· 2025-06-09 18:09
Core Insights - Critical Metals Corp has released assay results from eleven deep diamond drill holes at the Tanbreez Project in Greenland, indicating significant potential for increasing the current Maiden Resource Estimate (MRE) from 225 million tonnes (MT) to an exploration target of 500MT of rare earth materials [1][17][18] - The weighted average grade of the newly reported drill results is 0.43% Total Rare Earth Oxides (TREO) with 28% Heavy Rare Earth Oxides (HREO) and 1.44% Zirconium Oxide (ZrO2) [9][11] - The company is preparing for a 2025 resource drilling program aimed at upgrading the Inferred Resource to Indicated Resource category and extending the size of the Tanbreez Fjord and Hill Zone Deposits [2][4] Company Developments - The company currently holds a 42% interest in the Tanbreez Project, with the option to increase this to 92.5% [1] - The recent MRE announced includes approximately 45MT of eudialyte with a grade of 0.38% TREO and 180MT for industrial mineral by-products [1][27] - The company is re-assaying historical samples to confirm and reconcile assay results, with updates expected soon [3][7] Drilling Program Details - The first stage of the drilling program will target the Fjord Deposit, focusing on extending drilling further north and east [4][5] - The second stage will target the Hill Zone Deposit, with infill drilling planned to upgrade resources from Inferred to Indicated [6] - The average target depth for the drilling is set between 60m and 80m, with some holes extending to 150m [5][6] Economic Potential - The economic analysis shows a Net Present Value (NPV) of approximately US$2.4 billion to US$3.0 billion at discount rates of 10% and 8%, respectively, with an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 180% before tax [1][27] - The Tanbreez Project is positioned as one of the world's largest rare earth deposits, with significant infrastructure advantages for transportation [36] Resource Estimates - The MRE for the Tanbreez Project includes 22.56MT of eudialyte at an average grade of 0.43% TREO, with additional resources of feldspar and arfvedsonite [27][31] - The total estimated mass of the kakortokite host unit is approximately 4.7 billion tonnes, indicating substantial exploration potential [18][36]
Lithium Ionic Files NI 43-101 Technical Report for the Bandeira Mineral Resource Estimate, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Globenewswire· 2025-06-09 16:33
Core Viewpoint - Lithium Ionic Corp. has filed an independent NI 43-101 compliant technical report for its 100%-owned Bandeira Lithium Project in Brazil, which includes an updated Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) announced on May 6, 2025 [1][3]. Group 1: Technical Report and Mineral Resource Estimate - The technical report, titled "Bandeira Lithium Project NI 43-101 Technical Report Mineral Resource Update," was prepared by GE21 Consultoria Mineral Ltda., AtkinsRéalis, L&M Advisory, and Planminas, with an effective date of November 20, 2024 [2]. - The updated MRE includes Measured and Indicated resources of 27.27 million tonnes (Mt) grading 1.34% Li₂O, equating to 901,059 tonnes of lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE), and an additional 18.55 Mt in the Inferred category also grading 1.34% Li₂O, which corresponds to 615,432 tonnes LCE [3]. - The updated MRE increases the Company's consolidated global mineral resources to 36.76 Mt grading 1.31% Li₂O in the Measured and Indicated category, alongside 31.87 Mt grading 1.19% Li₂O in the Inferred category [4]. Group 2: Project Overview and Location - The Bandeira Project covers 158 hectares, representing less than 1% of Lithium Ionic's total 17,000-hectare land position, and is considered one of the most promising lithium development-stage assets in Brazil [5]. - The project is strategically located adjacent to Sigma Lithium's Grota do Cirilo and Barreiro projects, as well as Companhia Brasileira de Lítio's long-standing underground lithium operation [5][8]. Group 3: Future Developments - An updated Feasibility Study to integrate the expanded MRE is currently underway and is expected to be completed in the second half of 2025 [3].
Aftermath Silver Makes Early US$1.5-million Property Payment to EMX Royalty Corp for Berenguela Project Ag-Cu-Mn, Peru
Newsfile· 2025-06-05 12:30
Core Viewpoint - Aftermath Silver Ltd. has made a partial payment of US$1.5 million towards the acquisition of the Berenguela silver-copper-manganese project in Peru, ahead of the due date, which has resulted in a reduced balance owed to EMX Royalty Corp. [3][5] Group 1: Financial Transactions - The company has an option to acquire a 100% interest in the Berenguela project through agreements with SSR Mining Inc. and EMX Royalty Corp. [2] - Aftermath Silver's payment obligations total US$13 million, with the remaining payments summarized as follows: US$3 million paid on May 15, 2025; US$1.5 million paid in June 2025; and US$1.65 million due in November 2026 [5][7]. - A sliding-scale NSR royalty will be applied to all mineral production from the project, starting at 1.0% when silver prices are up to US$25 per ounce, and increasing to 1.25% when silver prices exceed US$25 and copper prices are above US$2 per pound [7]. Group 2: Project Development - The company is focusing on the Berenguela project and expects an updated NI43-101 mineral resource estimate to be completed soon [4]. - Recent drilling in the eastern part of Berenguela intersected 153 meters of mineralization, including 1.12% copper, 290 g/t silver, and 7% manganese [4]. Group 3: Company Background - Aftermath Silver is a Canadian junior exploration company focused on silver, aiming to deliver shareholder value through the discovery, acquisition, and development of quality silver projects in stable jurisdictions [9]. - The company has developed a pipeline of projects at various stages of advancement, selected based on growth and development potential [9].