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Super Copper Commences Property-Wide Geophysics at Castilla Copper-Gold Project, Atacama, Chile

Super Copper Commences Geophysics at Castilla Following Bonanza Discovery; Market Waits for Drill Results

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis May 26, 2026 · 09:00 CUPR · 0.65 Super Copper Corp.

Executive Summary

Event: Super Copper Corp. has commenced an integrated geophysical and hyperspectral exploration program at its 100%-owned Castilla project in Chile's Atacama region.
Objective: To convert high-grade surface mineralization (previously reported up to 53.8 g/t Au and 17.7% Cu) into ranked, drill-ready targets using drone magnetics, satellite hyperspectral imagery, and induced polarization (IP).
Scope: Approximately 798 line-kilometres of drone magnetic survey over the property; WorldView-3 hyperspectral imagery covering 85 km² core area.
Geological Context: Project features significant iron values (>50% Fe) consistent with an Iron Oxide Copper-Gold (IOCG) system within the Atacama Fault System.
Ownership: ~7,200 hectare land package with no underlying royalties or back-in rights.
Management Commentary: CEO Zachary Dolesky states this program addresses the lack of modern geophysical coverage needed to vector surface signatures into the subsurface.

Material Impact

Expectation vs. Reality: This announcement is consistent with previous guidance provided in January 2026 (News ID 9074) and February 2026 (News ID 87322), where property-wide magnetics and IP surveys were explicitly outlined as the next step following high-grade surface sampling.
Incremental Value: The news confirms execution of the exploration plan rather than introducing new geological data or assay results. It validates that capital raised in March ($9.75M) is being deployed as intended.
Market Reaction Context: Given the stock price decline from $1.21 (Jan 28) to $0.61 (May 25), the market appears to be pricing in a "wait-and-see" approach for drill results rather than surface sampling updates. This news is positive but does not alter the fundamental valuation thesis established by the January bonanza discovery.
Materiality Determination: Routine - Positive. It is an expected operational milestone that reduces execution risk but does not materially change the project's potential without subsequent drilling data.

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Company Overview

Company: Super Copper Corp., focused on copper-gold exploration in Chile's Atacama region.
Flagship Projects:
- Castilla Copper-Gold Project: 100%-owned, ~7,200 hectares. Known for high-grade surface IOCG mineralization (53.8 g/t Au, 17.7% Cu). Currently in geophysics phase to define drill targets.
- Cordillera Cobre Project: Located in Atacama copper belt. Recently finalized targeting for maiden drill program at El Alto target (Q2 2026). Historical drilling returned up to 14 m @ 0.508% Cu.
Jurisdiction: Chile, specifically the Atacama Fault System, a premier mining jurisdiction with established infrastructure.

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