Germanium Mining begins field exploration at Azure

Mr. Mario Pezzente reports GERMANIUM MINING CORP. MAIDEN EXPLORATION AND RECONNAISSANCE PROGRAM AT AZURE RIDGE HISTORICAL MINE NEVADA, USA A team led by veteran geologist William (Bill) Feyerabend, CPG, and Amazona Enterprises has been deployed to commence field exploration and reconnaissance program at Germanium Mining Corp.'s Azure Ridge historical mine, a multimetal germanium-gallium-gold-silver-zinc project in Nevada, United States. The work program is designed to support the company's geological advancement of the property's critical mineral potential, with a particular focus on germanium and gallium guided by the historical sampling carried out by the U.S. Bureau of Mines (USBM) and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The program includes detailed site reconnaissance, geological observations and selective rock sampling intended to improve the company's understanding of mineralization styles and priority target areas. Mario Pezzente, chief executive officer, commented: "The deployment of our technical team to Azure Ridge marks the start to our ambitions for 2026 following the recent acquisition. This maiden exploration effort is the critical first step toward the preparation of an NI [National Instrument] 43-101 technical report and unlocking the broader potential of the Azure Ridge historical mine, located in Nevada, one of the world's most highly regarded mining jurisdictions according to the Fraser Institute." The reconnaissance program is expected to consist of a short-duration field examination utilizing a small field team and appropriate equipment. The planned work is structured to address key geological questions related to host rock characteristics, structural controls and mineralizing processes, including those relevant to germanium-gallium-bearing systems, and to assist the company in refining its exploration strategy for this critical-minerals-focused project. The company further plans to continue working with Amazona on the preparation of a planned NI 43-101 technical report and technical overview of the Azure Ridge historical mine. This work is expected to include a review of available historical information, regional- and property-scale geological context, and the results of planned field activities, with an emphasis on evaluating the property's potential relevance within the North American critical minerals supply chain, including germanium and gallium. Additionally, the company is evaluating future multiagency submissions to relevant U.S. federal and state authorities in connection with potential support programs focused on critical minerals development. These initiatives may include studies related to historical mine infrastructure, site conditions and the potential refurbishment of the Azure Ridge historical mine, subject to further technical evaluation, regulatory review and financing considerations. About the Azure Ridge historical mine The Azure Ridge historical mine, formerly known as the Bonelli mine, last reported production in 1918. Early development on the property includes five adits totalling approximately 377 feet in length, one shallow shaft approximately 11 feet deep, two open cuts and 10 surface pits. Since its brief period of historical production, the property has remained largely inactive. The USBM, Western Field Operations Center, previously reported that the Azure Ridge deposit consists of fault-controlled, carbonate-hosted copper-zinc-lead-cobalt-germanium-gallium mineralization, interpreted as Kipushi-type (carbonate-replacement-style) mineralization. As part of a 1994 study conducted by the USGS and the USBM, a sampling program comprising 43 samples was completed at Azure Ridge. The results identified anomalous values of germanium, gallium, copper, lead, zinc and cobalt. According to the study, mineralized rock was observed sporadically over an area approximately 5,000 feet in length, with mineralized structures reaching thicknesses of up to approximately nine feet in outcrop. Data verification Historical information referenced in this release has been reviewed against available reports; however, such data cannot be independently verified to current NI 43-101 standards and are therefore considered supportive for exploration guidance only. The company cautions that past results or production from properties in proximity to the company may not necessarily be indicative of mineralization on the company's properties. Qualified person William Feyerabend, CPG, an independent consulting geologist and a qualified person as defined under NI 43-101, has reviewed and approved the disclosure in this news release for consistency with NI 43-101 reporting requirements. About Germanium Mining Corp. Germanium Mining is a publicly traded mineral exploration company focused on the exploration and advancement of discovery-stage mineral properties in top-tier mining jurisdictions across North America. Germanium Mining is a member of the Nevada Mining Association. We seek Safe Harbor.