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Entrée Resources Announces Pause in Oyu Tolgoi Lift 1 Panel 1 Underground Development Work
Globenewswire· 2025-06-06 12:00
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Entrée Resources Ltd. (TSX:ETG; OTCQB:ERLFF – the “Company” or “Entrée”) announces the Entrée/Oyu Tolgoi joint venture (the “Entrée/Oyu Tolgoi JV” or “JV”) has paused Oyu Tolgoi Lift 1 Panel 1 underground lateral development work on the Shivee Tolgoi mining licence in Mongolia. The work commenced in October 2024 in rock classified as waste. As at May 30, 2025, ~230 equivalent metres of lateral development primarily on the return air level had be ...
Kincora Copper: Expanded Scope for Ongoing Drilling in the Northern Junee-Narromine Belt
Newsfile· 2025-06-06 10:00
Kincora Copper: Expanded Scope for Ongoing Drilling in the Northern Junee-Narromine BeltJune 06, 2025 6:00 AM EDT | Source: Kincora Copper LimitedThe first drilling program by Kincora with earn-in partner AngloGold Ashanti Australia Limited (AngloGold Ashanti) at the Nyngan porphyry project has been expanded for a second time to test new targets identified by a recent ground gravity survey: A total of fifteen wide-spaced scout holes for 6,197.3m have been completed in the current program with ...
Taseko, Tŝilhqot'in Nation & Province of BC Reach Historic Agreement Concerning the New Prosperity Project
Globenewswire· 2025-06-05 21:19
Core Viewpoint - The signing of an agreement between Taseko Mines Limited, the Tŝilhqot'in Nation, and the Province of British Columbia resolves a long-standing conflict regarding the New Prosperity mineral tenures, facilitating future development of one of Canada's largest copper-gold deposits while advancing reconciliation efforts [1][2][3]. Company Summary - Taseko Mines Limited retains a majority interest of 77.5% in the New Prosperity mineral tenures and will receive a payment of $75 million from the Province of BC upon closing [6]. - The company has committed to not being the proponent of mineral exploration and development activities at New Prosperity, ensuring that any future development will require the free, prior, and informed consent of the Tŝilhqot'in Nation [6][12]. - Taseko will contribute a 22.5% equity interest in the New Prosperity mineral tenures to a trust for the benefit of the Tŝilhqot'in Nation, which will transfer property interest to the Nation if they consent to mineral development [6][12]. Industry Summary - The agreement signifies a shift towards a consent-based model for mine development in British Columbia, allowing for collaborative processes between resource developers and First Nations [2][12]. - The resolution of this conflict is seen as a significant step in aligning the interests of First Nations and mining companies, promoting a stable investment climate in the region [5][7]. - The New Prosperity mineral resource includes a measured and indicated resource of 5.3 billion pounds of copper and 13.3 million ounces of gold, highlighting its potential economic significance [1][14].
WESTERN COPPER FORMALLY EXTENDS INVESTOR RIGHTS AGREEMENT WITH MITSUBISHI MATERIALS
Prnewswire· 2025-05-28 11:30
VANCOUVER, BC, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Western Copper and Gold Corporation ("Western" or the "Company") (TSX: WRN) (NYSE American: WRN) is pleased to announce that Mitsubishi Materials Corporation ("Mitsubishi Materials") has completed the precondition for the previously announced extension of their investor rights agreement. Mitsubishi Materials acquired two million common shares of the Company through open market purchases, taking their overall ownership to approximately 5%. Consequently, the investor ...
American Eagle's 30,000 metre Drill Campaign at NAK is Underway
Newsfile· 2025-05-22 10:00
Core Viewpoint - American Eagle Gold Corp. has initiated a fully funded 30,000-metre drill program at its NAK copper-gold porphyry project in British Columbia, aiming to expand high-grade mineralization and explore new targets [2][10]. Group 1: Drill Program Overview - The 2025 drill program builds on previous successes and incorporates a robust interpretive model developed during the offseason, which included relogging core and integrating 3D geophysical interpretations [3][4]. - Objectives for the drill program include expanding the high-grade, near-surface copper-gold zone in the southern section of the Main Zone, identifying new high-grade zones in the northern section and at depth, and drilling newly identified targets in untested areas [4][9]. Group 2: Target Areas and Strategy - Initial drilling will focus on untested segments of mineralized trends and dyke phases, prioritizing near-surface, higher-grade areas adjacent to the gold-enriched southern section of the Main Zone [5]. - High-priority targets include the largely untested "IP Embayment" south of drill hole NAK23-09, which has shown localized outcropping mineralization and high copper and gold geochemistry [6]. - Exploration will also target the eastern margin of the stock, following up on historical intercepts and geophysical anomalies that indicate potential mineralization [7]. Group 3: Project Infrastructure and Financial Position - The NAK project benefits from excellent infrastructure, including road access and proximity to towns along a major rail line, which supports exploration efforts [8][11]. - The company has over $37 million in cash, supported by strategic investments from Teck Resources and South32, positioning it well for the current drill program [12].
Dr. Steve Garwin Provides Independent Review of American Eagle's NAK Project
Newsfile· 2025-05-13 10:00
Core Insights - American Eagle Gold Corp. is advancing its 100%-owned NAK copper-gold porphyry project in British Columbia, with an independent review conducted by Dr. Steve Garwin, a renowned expert in porphyry geology [1][4]. Group 1: Project Overview - The NAK Project is located in the Babine copper-gold porphyry district of central British Columbia, featuring excellent infrastructure and proximity to key towns [3]. - Historical drilling has revealed a large near-surface copper-gold system measuring over 1.5 km x 1.5 km, with recent drilling indicating significant high-grade mineralization beyond previous depths [3]. Group 2: Drilling Campaign - A fully funded 30,000-metre drill campaign is set to begin in the second half of May 2025, marking one of the most extensive single-season drill campaigns in the Babine region [2]. - This year's drilling program is backed by strategic investments from Teck Resources and South32, and will exceed the total metres drilled by the company over the past three years combined [2]. Group 3: Financial Position - The company has over $37 million in cash, supported by strategic partnerships formed with Teck Resources and South32 in the past two years, positioning it well to advance the NAK project [4].
Atico Produces 2.23 Million Pounds of Cu and 1,553 Ounces of Au in First Quarter 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-05-06 20:30
Core Viewpoint - Atico Mining Corporation reported a significant decrease in production from its El Roble mine for Q1 2025, with copper production down 33% and gold production down 28% compared to Q1 2024, primarily due to unexpected challenges in rock quality during the transition to new mining areas [1][2]. Production Results - Copper production for Q1 2025 totaled 2.23 million pounds, a decrease of 33% from 3.34 million pounds in Q1 2024 [4][8]. - Gold production for Q1 2025 was 1,553 ounces, down 28% from 2,156 ounces in Q1 2024 [4][8]. - The total tonnes of ore mined decreased by 13% to 56,467 tonnes from 64,873 tonnes in Q1 2024 [4]. - The tonnes processed in Q1 2025 were 54,978, a 16% decrease from 65,787 tonnes in Q1 2024 [4]. Operational Metrics - Average tonnes processed per day in Q1 2025 were 773, down 5% from 811 in Q1 2024 [4][8]. - The copper head grade was 1.97%, a decrease of 22% from 2.51% in Q1 2024 [4][8]. - The gold head grade was 1.40 grams per tonne, down 15% from 1.64 grams per tonne in Q1 2024 [4][8]. - Copper recovery improved to 93.6%, up 2% from 91.8% in Q1 2024, while gold recovery remained stable at 62.7% [4][8]. Future Outlook - The CEO indicated expectations for progressive improvements in production during the second and third quarters of 2025, aiming to recover the planned development and preparation rate [2]. - The El Roble mine has Proven and Probable mineral reserves estimated at 828 thousand tonnes, with an average grade of 2.49% Cu and 2.20 g/t Au, projected to last until Q1 2027 [9]. Exploration and Development - The company is actively exploring the larger land package and has identified numerous target areas for VMS type mineralization, which is the focus of the current surface drill program at El Roble [10]. - The El Roble mine has been upgraded since Atico gained control in 2013, increasing its nominal processing capacity from 400 tonnes per day to 1,000 tonnes per day [7].
WESTERN COPPER AND GOLD STRENGTHENS STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH MITSUBISHI MATERIALS
Prnewswire· 2025-04-15 11:30
VANCOUVER, BC, April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Western Copper and Gold Corporation ("Western" or the "Company") (TSX: WRN) (NYSE American: WRN) is pleased to announce that it has strengthened its relationship with Mitsubishi Materials Corporation ("Mitsubishi Materials"). Western has entered into an amended and restated investor rights agreement (the "Agreement") with Mitsubishi Materials, most notably extending the rights and obligations thereunder until May 30, 2026, subject to Mitsubishi Materials acquirin ...
WESTERN COPPER AND GOLD PROVIDES INFRASTRUCTURE UPDATE
Prnewswire· 2025-04-10 11:30
Core Viewpoint - Western Copper and Gold Corporation is advancing infrastructure initiatives to support the Casino Copper-Gold Project, which is crucial for both the project and the Yukon region's development [1][2]. Infrastructure Initiatives - The B.C.-Yukon Grid Connect Project received conditional approval for $40 million in funding from Natural Resources Canada, with the Yukon Development Corporation committing an additional 25% [4]. - The Yukon Resource Gateway Project has expanded to include the Dempster Highway, although some funding for the Casino Copper-Gold Access Road has been redirected to support this initiative [5]. - A transportation study for shipping concentrate from the Casino Project to the Port of Skagway has been completed, identifying several promising transportation alternatives with costs in line with previous estimates [6]. Economic Context - The recent economic volatility has highlighted the resilience of the Casino Project, particularly due to the favorable copper-gold commodity mix and a significant increase in gold prices, which rose nearly US$750 per ounce [3]. - There is growing political support for mining in Canada, which is expected to positively impact the Casino Project [3]. Company Commitment - The company is dedicated to collaborating with First Nations and local communities to ensure responsible mining practices are employed in the development of the Casino Project [8].
American Eagle Secures 100% Ownership of the NAK Copper-Gold Porphyry Project in BC
Newsfile· 2025-03-13 10:00
Core Viewpoint - American Eagle Gold Corp. has successfully acquired 100% ownership of the NAK Copper-Gold Porphyry Project, marking a significant milestone in its exploration strategy and commitment to advancing this high-quality asset [2][3][9]. Acquisition and Ownership - The acquisition fulfills all obligations under the December 24, 2021, option agreement, with American Eagle issuing 1,000,000 common shares as part of the final payment [5][9]. - The NAK project is located in a prolific mining region of British Columbia and has already shown promising drill results, including 248 meters at 1.10% CuEq and 302 meters at 1.09% CuEq [3][9]. Exploration Plans - Over 80% of NAK's prospective ground remains untested, with a 30,000-meter drill program scheduled for 2025 [4][9]. - The company is fully funded with approximately $37 million in cash to support an aggressive multiyear exploration strategy [4][9]. Geological and Economic Potential - The NAK project features a large-scale porphyry system with significant resource potential, including high-grade copper and gold mineralization identified at surface [3][7]. - The project benefits from favorable geological and geographical conditions, such as road access, gentle topography, and proximity to infrastructure [7][18]. Community and Sustainability Commitment - American Eagle is dedicated to maintaining strong relationships with local stakeholders, including the Lake Babine Nation, and prioritizes transparent communication as exploration progresses [13]. Key Target Areas - The exploration will focus on several key zones, including the North Zone, Central Zone, and South Zone, with plans for step-out drilling to refine the orientation and extent of mineralization [8][10][11][15]. - The Northeast and Southeast Expansion Zones will also be immediate focuses for further exploration [15][16]. Technological and Methodological Approaches - The 2025 exploration program will include non-drilling initiatives such as geophysical surveys and metallurgical studies to enhance the project [12][17]. - Historical drill core will be re-logged and resampled to incorporate into the current exploration model [17]. Strategic Partnerships - The company has secured strategic investments from South32 and Teck Resources Limited, positioning it well for future growth and exploration [4][9][19].