Grit Metals begins 2,500 m diamond drilling program

Executive Summary

• Grit Metals Corp. has commenced a fully funded 2,500-metre maiden diamond drilling program across its 100%-owned central Finland lithium exploration project.
• The program consists of approximately 25 holes targeting lithium-cesium-tantalum (LCT)-type pegmatites at the Kyrola and Morkyla exploration targets.
• The Morkyla target is strategically located 1.5 kilometres southeast of the Keliber Leviakangas deposit, aiming to confirm surface anomalism within a known mineralization corridor.

Key Details

• Drilling Program Scope: 2,500 metres of diamond drilling across approximately 25 holes.
• Permits: The program covers two permits: Nabba and Jylha.
• Targets: Lithium-cesium-tantalum (LCT)-type pegmatites at Kyrola and Morkyla.
• Strategic Context: Morkyla is situated 1.5 km southeast of Keliber's Leviakangas deposit, targeting a known mineralization corridor.
• Timeline: The drilling program is expected to be completed before the end of May 2026.
• Objective: To confirm surface anomalism with hard-rock lithium pegmatite intersections.
• Company Focus: Junior exploration company focused on LCT pegmatites in central Finland, with licenses located within 1 km of Keliber's mine and production complex (a joint venture between Sibanye-Stillwater Ltd. and Finnish Minerals Group).

Notable Quotes

• "I am extremely pleased with the speed at which our newly assembled technical team has progressed high-priority targets to a drill-ready stage," said Jeremy Poirer, CEO of Grit Metals. "Securing a drilling rig at short notice during what is traditionally a very busy winter/spring drilling season is a strong achievement and reflects the team's focus and execution. We look forward to the upcoming results and are excited about the continued advancement and value potential of the central Finland lithium project."