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BeMetals Corp. explores and develops precious and base metals projects, with a portfolio that includes the Savant Gold Project in northwestern Ontario, the Pangeni Copper Project in the Zambian Copperbelt, and gold exploration projects in Japan. Company news commonly covers surface sampling and reconnaissance work, exploration planning, project-level technical updates, and acquisition evaluation within its mineral portfolio.
Recurring corporate updates also include flow-through financings for Canadian exploration expenditures, debt settlement, share consolidation and TSX Venture Exchange trading matters, investor relations arrangements, executive management changes, shareholder voting matters, governance updates, and operating and financial results.
BeMetals Corp. has initiated an exploratory drilling phase at its South Mountain Zinc-Silver-Gold-Copper Project in Idaho. This program aims to expand the mineral resource estimate by targeting the DMEA Zone, which holds the majority of the current mineralization. The drilling is set to cover approximately 2,100 metres. Recent estimates indicate a significant increase in both Measured & Indicated (M&I) and Inferred resources since 2019, with M&I resources at 187,650 tonnes grading 9.63% Zinc and Inferred resources at 756,300 tonnes grading 7.63% Zinc.
BeMetals Corp. announced the completion of 4,350 meters of shallow aircore drilling at the Pangeni Copper Project in Zambia, revealing promising copper targets. Highlights include D-Prospect's notable results of 3,183 ppm copper over 2 meters, and the identification of new targets F and Q, expanding exploration potential. The aircore program was funded in collaboration with Japan Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation (JOGMEC). Following these results, a core drilling program of 1,400 meters is set to further evaluate these copper targets.
BeMetals Corp. announced an extension of its option agreement with Thunder Mountain Gold to acquire up to a 100% interest in the South Mountain Project in Idaho. The extension allows for a 2,100 metre surface exploration drilling campaign aimed at increasing mineral resource estimates. The project, historically mined for high-grade zinc, has a significant past production of 53,642 tons with grades of 14.5% Zn and 363.42 g/t Ag. BeMetals plans to complete the drilling program by December 31, 2022, leading to a preliminary economic assessment next year.
BeMetals has announced the first technical report for its Kato Project in Japan, revealing four priority drill targets based on historical data. The report consolidates findings from the 1990s and recent drilling, emphasizing a revised drilling strategy to enhance core recovery. Highlighted results from past drilling include intersections with gold grades reaching 8.15 g/t. The Kato Project, located in Hokkaido, showcases potential for significant gold deposits, drawing comparisons to high-grade mines like Hishikari. BeMetals aims to verify historical results and explore untested areas.
BeMetals Corp. announced the appointment of Mr. Nicholas Furber as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), succeeding Ms. Kristen Reinertson, who will continue as Corporate Secretary. Mr. Furber brings 25 years of financial experience, notably as CFO of Dynasty Metals & Mining Inc., where he oversaw its transition from exploration to production. BeMetals is advancing projects in Japan, the U.S., and Zambia, having recently acquired the Kazan Gold Project and secured a C$7.5 million investment from B2Gold Corp. Mr. Furber receives 500,000 stock options, subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval.
BeMetals Corp. has filed an updated independent National Instrument 43-101 Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) Technical Report for its South Mountain Project as of April 20, 2021. This report, prepared by Hard Rock Consulting, highlights a significant increase in inferred resources, now more than doubled, and over a 21% rise in measured and indicated resources. The project has undergone extensive drilling, with 50 new core drill holes. The results will inform the ongoing Preliminary Economic Assessment planned for September 2021.
BeMetals Corp. (OTCQB:BMTLF) announced the start of its 2021 exploration program at the Pangeni Copper Project in Zambia, targeting higher-grade copper areas. With 4,000 meters of aircore drilling and 1,500 meters of core drilling planned, the company aims to expand on past encouraging results from 2019 and 2020. Global copper demand is expected to rise, enhancing the project's potential. Additionally, BeMetals granted 5,775,000 stock options to its directors and consultants, further supporting its growth strategy.
BeMetals Corp. has announced an updated Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) for its South Mountain Project in Idaho, effective April 20, 2021. This new MRE shows a 21.8% increase in Measured and Indicated resources to 187,650 tonnes grading 9.63% Zinc, while Inferred resources jumped by 129.5% to 756,300 tonnes grading 7.63% Zinc. The increased resource base is attributed mainly to successful drilling in the DMEA Zone. A Preliminary Economic Assessment is expected to be completed by September 2021.
BeMetals Corp. has successfully finalized its acquisition of Kronk Resources Inc. and its subsidiary, Kazan Resources. This strategic move grants BeMetals access to a portfolio of advanced gold exploration projects in Japan. To facilitate this acquisition, BeMetals issued 32.6 million shares to Kronk shareholders and secured a $7.5 million investment from B2Gold Corp., now a major stakeholder with 19% ownership. BeMetals currently holds about C$11 million in cash and aims to advance its exploration projects in Japan and ongoing assessments for its South Mountain Project in Idaho.
BeMetals announces promising exploration drilling results from its 2020 field program at the Pangeni Copper Project in Zambia. Key findings include drill hole D3-C1, showing intervals of 3.98 metres at 0.39% Cu and 3.70 metres at 0.37% Cu. The results expand the D-Prospect's mineralized footprint and have led to new targets for 2021 exploration. Additionally, a Joint Exploration and Option Agreement with JOGMEC aims to accelerate exploration plans. The 2020 program involved 3,700 metres of aircore drilling and 770 metres of core drilling, with results impacting the project's future potential.