Latest Exploration Drilling News

Enova Mining has completed a significant drilling campaign at its CODA North project, confirming high-grade rare earth element mineralisation, while securing $1.5 million in new funding to accelerate exploration and metallurgical testing.

Rand Mining Ltd. reported a robust December quarter with 5,369 ounces of gold produced and a significant rise in operating cash inflows, underpinned by targeted drilling and operational efficiencies.

Tribune Resources Ltd delivered a robust December 2024 quarter with increased gold production and a strong net cash inflow, underpinned by ongoing exploration and operational advancements.

American Rare Earths advances its Halleck Creek Project with record high-grade drilling results, a strategic collaboration with BMO Capital Markets, and a significant state grant, reinforcing its role in securing the U.S. rare earth supply chain.

Black Dragon Gold's rezoning application for its flagship Salave Gold Project was rejected by local authorities, posing challenges for mining development. Meanwhile, the company secured a strategic placement raising AUD$712,000 to support ongoing operations.

MRG Metals reports significant progress in its Mozambique Heavy Mineral Sands joint venture with Sinowin Lithium, alongside promising rare earth element exploration results in Zimbabwe, positioning the company for potential growth in strategic mineral markets.

Lodestar Minerals has raised $520,000 through a share placement to fund its inaugural reverse circulation drilling at the Darwin gold project in Chile, signaling a pivotal step in its exploration strategy.

Prospect Resources reports strong initial drilling results at the Kabikupa Prospect within the Mumbezhi Copper Project, confirming significant copper mineralisation and validating historical data. The company targets a maiden Mineral Resource estimate by Q1 2025.

Top End Energy has taken a major step by acquiring the Kansas Natural Hydrogen Project and advancing its exploration footprint in Australia's Beetaloo Sub-Basin, positioning itself at the forefront of natural hydrogen and unconventional gas development.

Anson Resources secured key approvals to expand drilling at its Utah lithium projects, reported a maiden resource at its Western Australia base metals deposit, and raised $2.3 million in an oversubscribed share purchase plan.

FMR Resources has completed a detailed airborne EM survey at its Fairfield Copper Project in Canada and secured a drill contractor to commence maiden drilling at the Demoiselle Prospect in mid-February 2025. The survey results have identified multiple high-priority copper targets, setting the stage for a pivotal exploration phase.

Encounter Resources has reported significant drilling progress at its Aileron Niobium-REE-Copper Project, completing over 50,000 metres in 2024 and uncovering extensive high-grade niobium mineralisation. The company also strengthened its balance sheet with a $15 million share placement, positioning itself for accelerated resource development.