Latest Drilling Operations News

Codrus Minerals has raised $1.24 million to fund drilling at its Bull Run Gold Project in Oregon, with operations set to begin by the end of May. The company targets six high-priority gold zones backed by strong assays and historic drill results.

TechGen Metals has launched an expanded aircore drilling program at its El Donna Gold Project near Kalgoorlie, targeting promising gold anomalies and historic high-grade intercepts. The company is leveraging its strategic location and strong market conditions to advance exploration.

FireFly Metals reports significant high-grade copper and gold intersections extending over 200m beyond its current Mineral Resource at the Green Bay Project, prompting an aggressive expansion to seven drill rigs. Strong geophysical signals suggest substantial further resource growth potential.

Imdex Limited reported a stabilisation in global exploration activity after a prolonged downturn, highlighting resilience despite a 19% revenue dip in 3Q25 and outlining a growth strategy focused on technology and integrated solutions.

OD6 Metals has secured regulatory approval to resume exploration at its historic Gulf Creek Copper Project in NSW, with assay results from six completed drill holes expected soon to shape future programs.

Advance Metals Limited has commenced its inaugural drilling program at the high-grade Yoquivo Silver-Gold Project in Chihuahua, Mexico, aiming to unlock significant value from its substantial silver-gold mineralisation.

Rincon Resources has reported a maiden mineral resource estimate at its South Telfer Gold-Copper Project, alongside advancing exploration plans at Laverton with new drilling preparations underway.

HyTerra Ltd has commenced drilling at its flagship Nemaha Project in Kansas and reported promising hydrogen and helium gas compositions from its Geneva Project in Nebraska, underscoring its leadership in natural hydrogen exploration in the US.

Blue Star Helium has commenced drilling the Jackson 2 well at its Galactica helium project in Colorado, marking a key step in its ongoing development program. The well is progressing towards the Lyons Formation target with plans for flow testing and production tie-in.

Vulcan Energy Resources has marked significant progress in Q1 2025 by achieving Strategic Project status under the EU Critical Raw Materials Act and producing Europe’s first fully integrated battery-quality lithium hydroxide monohydrate. The company advances drilling, financing, and commercial partnerships, positioning itself as a key player in Europe’s sustainable lithium supply chain.

Sun Silver Limited has initiated a focused drilling campaign at its flagship Maverick Springs Project in Nevada to upgrade its substantial 480Moz silver-gold resource and explore expansion opportunities.

Melbana Energy advances its Cuban Block 9 operations with the Alameda-2 workover and prepares to drill Amistad-2, while announcing maiden resource estimates offshore Western Australia’s AC/P70 permit.