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First Atlantic Nickel & Cobalt Corp. reports exploration, financing and corporate developments tied to critical-minerals projects in Newfoundland. Its principal news themes center on the Pipestone XL Nickel-Cobalt Alloy Project in central Newfoundland, where the company targets awaruite, a naturally magnetic nickel-iron-cobalt alloy mineral, across areas including the RPM Zone and Alloy Max within the Pipestone Ophiolite Complex.
Company updates also cover district-scale drilling, surface sampling, metallurgical testing, flow-through financings, strategic advisory appointments, consortium participation, and portfolio actions involving properties such as Lucky Mike and Ophiolite X. The recurring business narrative focuses on nickel-cobalt alloy mineralization, smelter-free processing concepts, and North American critical-minerals supply chains.
First Atlantic Nickel Corp. (FANCF) has announced significant drilling results from hole AN-24-03 at the RPM Zone of its Atlantic Nickel Project in Newfoundland. The hole intersected 0.25% nickel and 0.29% chromium over 216 meters, with grades increasing to 0.27% nickel in the final 21 meters.
The Phase 1 drilling program has outlined a mineralized area measuring 500 meters in lateral width and 400 meters in length. The first four holes have confirmed 300 meters of the visually identified width through assays, with both holes ending in mineralization. The drill hole terminated in a heavily sheared fault zone, which the Phase 1 drill rig couldn't penetrate.
The company plans to launch Phase 2 drilling with a more powerful rig to test deeper extensions and expand the mineralized boundary, particularly into the western fault zone where nickel grades were increasing. The mineralization is characterized by coarse-grained awaruite with grain sizes up to 509 microns throughout the hole.
First Atlantic Nickel Corp (TSXV: FAN) (OTCQB: FANCF) has announced a strategic research partnership with Colorado School of Mines to explore geologic hydrogen potential in two Newfoundland ophiolite complexes: the St. Anthony Ophiolite Complex (103 km²) and the Pipestone Ophiolite Complex (71 km²).
The research focuses on studying hydrogen production from serpentinized peridotites, where awaruite formation indicates hydrogen-rich environments. The St. Anthony complex features flat-lying structures ideal for surface access, while the Pipestone complex shows steep vertical formations extending several kilometers deep, recently yielding 0.24% Nickel and 0.32% Chromium over 383.1 meters.
The partnership will employ comprehensive techniques including geophysical surveys, remote sensing, soil sampling, and drill core analysis to create 3D models of hydrogen distribution. The project aims to evaluate potential extraction methods similar to those used in oil and gas industry, with stimulation methods targeting a 10,000-fold increase in hydrogen production rates for economic viability.
First Atlantic Nickel (TSXV: FAN) (OTCQB: FANCF) has responded to OTC Markets' request regarding promotional activities of its shares. The company acknowledged promotional newsletters distributed by MarketBeat Media and The Tomorrow Investor discussing recent discoveries at its Atlantic Nickel Project in Newfoundland.
The PR highlights three key announcements:
- February 26, 2025: Super Gulp Zone discovery with 0.25% nickel & 0.28% chromium over 293.8 meters
- March 4, 2025: RPM Zone discovery with 0.24% nickel & 0.32% chromium over 383.1 meters
- March 13, 2025: Initial DTR metallurgical results showing magnetic concentrate of 1.37% nickel & 1.73% chromium
The company disclosed its engagement with marketing service providers including Think Ink Marketing, TD Media, and Xander Capital Partners since April 2024. First Atlantic maintains that the increased trading activity on March 13, 2025, was primarily due to favorable DTR results rather than promotional activities.
First Atlantic Nickel (TSXV: FAN) (OTCQB: FANCF) has announced significant Davis Tube Recovery (DTR) metallurgical test results from their Atlantic Nickel Project in Newfoundland. The initial drill hole AN-24-02 at the RPM Zone yielded a magnetic concentrate averaging 1.37% nickel and 1.73% chromium across 383.1 meters, with peak grades reaching 2.33% nickel.
Key highlights include:
- Mass pull of 9.5%, reducing original mass by 90.5%
- Strong recovery rates averaging 52.4% for magnetically recoverable nickel
- DTR nickel grade averaging 0.13%
At the Super Gulp Zone, drill hole AN-24-01 produced a magnetic concentrate averaging 0.89% nickel and 1.60% chromium across 293.8 meters. The company is planning a Phase 2 drilling program, fully funded by a recent $3M strategic raise, to expand the 500m × 400m mineralized area at the RPM Zone.
First Atlantic Nickel (OTCQB: FANCF) has announced significant drill results from its Atlantic Nickel Project in Newfoundland. The initial discovery hole AN-24-02 at the RPM Zone intersected 0.24% nickel and 0.32% chromium over 383.1 meters, with peak values of 0.31% nickel and 2.61% chromium.
The RPM Zone discovery, located 10km downstrike from Super Gulp, revealed mineralization across a 500m x 400m footprint. All four Phase 1 drill holes intersected large-grain awaruite, with grain sizes frequently exceeding 500 microns. The company plans to expand this zone in the upcoming Phase 2 drill program.
The project is fully funded by a recent $3M strategic non-dilutive raise. Davis Tube Recovery metallurgical testing is currently underway to evaluate magnetic separation potential. The mineralization remains open at depth beyond 394.1 meters, suggesting potential for a large-tonnage nickel deposit.
First Atlantic Nickel Corp (FANCF) has announced significant drill results from its Super Gulp Zone at the Atlantic Nickel Project in Newfoundland. The initial drill hole AN-24-01 intersected 0.25% nickel and 0.28% chromium over 293.8 meters, with peak values reaching 0.32% nickel and 0.8% chromium.
The discovery represents a major step-out within the company's 30-kilometer nickel trend, located 16 km south of the Atlantic Lake Zone. The mineralization contains large awaruite grains (up to 271 microns), suitable for magnetic separation processing. The company is currently conducting Davis Tube Recovery metallurgical testing and preparing for Phase 2 drilling, supported by a recent $3M strategic raise.
The drill hole significantly exceeded historical drilling depths in the area, suggesting potential for a large-tonnage nickel deposit. The mineralization remains open at depth beyond 297 meters, with additional Phase 1 drill results pending.
First Atlantic Nickel (TSXV: FAN, OTCQB: FANCF) announces significant expansion in drilling at the RPM Zone within its Atlantic Nickel Project in Newfoundland. RPM Drill Hole 4, a 400-meter step-out, intersected 402 meters of visible awaruite nickel-alloy mineralization, with grains up to 732 microns.
The drilling confirms mineralization extending 400 meters long and 500 meters wide, remaining open in all directions. The company recently secured $3 million in strategic funding on February 14, 2025, fully funding the permitted Phase 2 exploration program. The Phase 2 program will utilize a newly constructed access road and focus on expanding the RPM Zone's boundaries.
The company plans a metallurgical process development testing program using composite samples from the RPM Zone, focusing on magnetic separation to produce a saleable nickel concentrate. All Phase 1 drill holes successfully intersected large-grain awaruite mineralization, setting the stage for continued expansion in Phase 2.
First Atlantic Nickel Corp (TSXV: FAN) (OTCQB: FANCF) has secured a $3 million senior unsecured debenture through a non-brokered debt private placement. This non-dilutive financing represents the company's largest individual capital funding transaction to date.
Key features of the debenture include:
- 9.5% annual interest rate with 5-year maturity (2030)
- Option to defer interest and principal payments until maturity
- Lender's option to convert principal plus interest into a 2% NSR royalty
- Company's right to buy back the royalty under specific terms
The proceeds will fund the company's Phase 2 Drill program, assays, and metallurgical testing at its Atlantic Nickel Project. No equity securities were issued, ensuring no immediate shareholder dilution, and no finder's fees were required as the transaction was completed directly with the lender.
First Atlantic Nickel Corp (FANCF) has secured a $3 million senior unsecured debenture through a non-brokered debt private placement. The debenture features favorable terms, including a 5-year deferral on all interest and principal payments, with a 9.5% annual interest rate. The funding will support the company's Atlantic Nickel Project, specifically financing the Phase 2 Drill program, assays, and metallurgical testing.
Key aspects include no immediate shareholder dilution as no equity securities will be issued to the lender at closing, and no finder's fees or commissions. The debenture matures in 2030, and the company can satisfy annual interest obligations by adding amounts to the principal, issuing common shares, or cash payments. The debenture holder has the option to receive a 2% net smelter return royalty instead of principal and interest repayment.
First Atlantic Nickel Corp (TSXV: FAN) (OTCQB: FANCF) has secured permits for its Phase 2 drilling program and southern access trail construction at the Atlantic Nickel Project in Newfoundland. The company has already begun preparations and trail construction.
The Phase 2 program aims to expand the recently discovered RPM Zone, focusing on extending mineralization towards the Chrome Pond occurrence and north to the Pipestone and Super Gulp targets. The program will utilize a higher-power drill rig capable of using both HQ and NQ drill core to enhance drilling speed and target depth.
The RPM Zone is located within a 30 km highly magnetic ultramafic ophiolite belt, characterized by wide intervals of heavily sheared and serpentinized peridotite ultramafic rock. The vertical orientation provides significant depth potential for mineralized zones, potentially extending to depths of 1 km or more.