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Production / Operations

Makenita to Commence Operations on the Sisson West Tungsten Project in New Brunswick

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Mar 24, 2026 · 03:03 KENY · 0.105 Makenita Resources Inc.
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Executive Summary

  • Makenita Resources Inc. has engaged New‑Sense Geophysics Ltd. to support the planned exploration program on its 100 % owned Sisson West Tungsten Project in New Brunswick, with field work expected to begin within days.
  • President & CEO Jason Gigliotti highlighted the strategic location of the project adjacent to the existing Sisson Tungsten Mine and expressed optimism about near‑ and medium‑term growth prospects.
  • The announcement includes a qualified person statement confirming compliance with NI 43‑101 disclosure requirements.

Key Details

  • Contractor Engagement: New‑Sense Geophysics Ltd. retained to provide geophysical services for the Sisson West Tungsten Project.
  • Project Scope: 9,845 contiguous acres prospective for tungsten; located directly bordering Northcliff Resources Ltd.’s (NCF) operating Sisson Tungsten Mine.
  • Timeline: Exploration work slated to commence “within days” of the announcement.
  • Management Commentary: President/CEO Jason Gigliotti stated the company is “extremely excited to kick off operations” and noted a recent positive discussion with New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt regarding provincial mining development.
  • Share Structure Note: Company has approximately 30 million shares outstanding, positioning it for growth according to management.
  • Qualified Person: Dr. Scott Jobin‑Bevans (PhD, PGeo) reviewed and approved the scientific and technical disclosure per NI 43‑101.
  • Additional Projects Mentioned (contextual):
  • NTX Rare Earth Project – ~9,000 acres in Quebec (rare earth potential).
  • Hector Property – 5,542 acres near Cobalt, Ontario (cobalt, silver, diamonds).

Notable Quotes

“We’re extremely excited to kick off operations in New Brunswick on our tungsten project… We believe Makenita is strongly positioned for growth.” — Jason Gigliotti, President & CEO

Materiality Assessment: Non‑Material – Positive (the release announces the start of exploration activities but does not disclose financial results, resource estimates, or definitive commercial outcomes).

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