Latest Geophysics And Drilling News

DeSoto Resources has initiated diamond drilling at its 100%-owned Fenton South Au-Cu Project in the Northern Territory, targeting a large, untested geophysical anomaly. The company also prepares to begin drilling at its fully permitted Spectrum Project, aiming to unlock multiple high-priority mineralisation targets.

Desert Metals Limited’s initial aircore drilling at the Tiogo prospect in Côte d'Ivoire reveals a promising 900m-long gold zone with high-grade mineralisation, prompting plans for immediate follow-up exploration.

Magnum Mining & Exploration Limited has completed its acquisition of Palmares Estudos Geologicos LTDA, gaining full ownership of promising rare earth element projects in Brazil. Early exploration results reveal significant high-grade rare earth oxides, positioning Magnum to benefit from global supply shifts.

Venus Metals Corporation’s subsidiary Redscope has won a $52,500 grant from the WA Government to co-fund diamond drilling at the Pincher Copper Project, targeting a significant geophysical anomaly. Drilling is set to begin in June 2025, advancing exploration of a promising volcanogenic massive sulphide system.

Torque Metals has confirmed multiple downhole electromagnetic (DHEM) conductors at its Paris Gold Project, pointing to significant extensions of high-grade gold mineralisation beyond the current resource estimate. This breakthrough highlights substantial exploration upside within a prolific Western Australian gold belt.

Brightstar Resources has reported significant gold assay results from a 5,300m drilling campaign at its Sandstone Hub, confirming high-grade mineralisation continuity and open extensions that underpin ongoing resource upgrades and development studies.

Po Valley Energy delivered steady gas output from its Podere Maiar-1 well in Q1 2025 while progressing multi-well drilling applications and a 3D geophysical survey in Italy. The company maintains robust cashflow and a solid financial position as it awaits key regulatory approvals.

Uvre Limited reported steady progress in its uranium and lithium exploration projects during the March 2025 quarter, completing Phase 2 geophysical surveys and advancing joint venture discussions while maintaining solid cash reserves.

Middle Island Resources completed analysis of its maiden drilling at the Georgina Project and secured three new exploration permits in Queensland, while renewing its board with two new directors post-quarter.

Desert Metals Limited has advanced its gold exploration in Côte d'Ivoire with extensive drilling programs at Tengrela South and Adzope, supported by a recent $3.25 million placement to fund ongoing activities.

IRIS Metals has reported a JORC-compliant initial lithium resource at its Beecher Project, alongside high-grade drilling results at Tin Mountain, setting the stage for near-term production and resource expansion in South Dakota.

Zinc of Ireland NL advances its strategic footprint with an 80% earn-in at the Mt Clere Project in WA, preparing for imminent drilling, while rationalizing its Irish tenements and exiting Canadian assets.