Core Viewpoint - Blue Moon Metals Inc. has commenced underground construction on the Nussir Mine, completing the first blast ahead of schedule, marking a significant milestone in the project [1][3]. Company Overview - Blue Moon is advancing three brownfield polymetallic projects: the Nussir copper-gold-silver project in Norway, the Blue Moon zinc-gold-silver-copper project in the United States, and the NSG copper-zinc-gold-silver project in Norway [6]. - All three projects are strategically located with existing local infrastructure, including roads and power [6]. Project Development - The mining contractor, Leonhard Nilsen & Sonner AS, will extend the decline approximately 2,500 meters to facilitate further underground exploration [2]. - The exploration work planned for the next year will provide essential engineering inputs and lead to a final investment decision in 2026 [2]. Market Relevance - The Nussir Mine is positioned to supply critical metals, particularly copper, to meet Europe's growing demand [3]. - Zinc and copper are recognized as critical metals essential to the global economy and national security by both the USGS and EU [6].