Northwire Canada EditionMonday, August 10, 2026
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WHN 0.375 −2.6% LME 0.140 +3.7% AAUC 30.49 +5.3% GGM 0.040 +14.3% FDY 6.18 +3.2% MOG 0.640 +3.2% NEXM 3.20 +1.3% NCAU 0.330 +3.1% LUC 0.160 +0.0% BTR 0.140 +0.0% SMRV 0.200 −16.7% BIG 0.880 +3.5% URC 3.89 +0.0% ATY 0.250 −2.0% NRM 0.075 +7.1% WMS 0.040 +0.0% WHN 0.375 −2.6% LME 0.140 +3.7% AAUC 30.49 +5.3% GGM 0.040 +14.3% FDY 6.18 +3.2% MOG 0.640 +3.2% NEXM 3.20 +1.3% NCAU 0.330 +3.1% LUC 0.160 +0.0% BTR 0.140 +0.0% SMRV 0.200 −16.7% BIG 0.880 +3.5% URC 3.89 +0.0% ATY 0.250 −2.0% NRM 0.075 +7.1% WMS 0.040 +0.0%
Drill Results

Military Metals starts drill program at Trojarova

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Executive Summary

  • Military Metals Corp. has commenced a 10-hole, 2,500-metre definition drilling campaign at its 100%-owned Trojarova antimony-gold project in Slovakia.
  • The company appointed David Murray, PGeo, as Vice-President of Exploration, replacing Avrom Howard.
  • The drilling program aims to confirm historical results, update the mineral resource estimate (targeted for early 2026 via SLR Consulting), and test for northwest strike continuity.

Key Details

  • Drilling Campaign Scope:
    • Total of up to 10 diamond drill holes.
    • Total of up to 2,500 metres of drilling.
    • Seven holes designed to confirm historical drilling results and update SLR Consulting's continuing mineral resource estimate.
    • Three holes designed to test the deposit for NW strike continuity, targeting projected extensions of the deposit where historical data suggests thickening and increasing antimony grades.
  • Historical Resource Context:
    • Discovered nearly 50 years ago; extensive exploration occurred between 1983 and 1995 (63 holes, 14,330m).
    • 1992 Historical Estimate (Slovak Geological Institute): 2.46 million tonnes averaging 2.47% antimony and 0.635 g/t gold at a 1.0% cut-off.
    • Contains approx. 60,000 tonnes of antimony in situ.
    • Classified as P1 (comparable to CIM Inferred) using a post-Soviet Russian system; not treated as current by the company.
  • Management Changes:
    • Appointee: David Murray, PGeo, appointed Vice-President of Exploration.
    • Experience: 15 years in mineral exploration/mining; former roles at Goldcorp and Newmont; diverse commodity experience (gold, porphyry, VMS, Ni-Cu-PGE, Zn-Pb-Ag, Li pegmatites/brines).
    • Predecessor: Avrom Howard thanked for contributions over the past year.
  • Options Grant:
    • Granted 300,000 stock options to David Murray.
    • Exercise Price: $0.50 per share.
    • Vesting: Immediate.
    • Term: Five years from date of grant.

Notable Quotes

  • "The commencement of this drilling campaign at our flagship Trojarova project is a milestone achievement. The results of this program will allow for the completion of the project's mineral resource estimate early in 2026 and serve as a launch pad for continued advancement of this strategic asset." — Scott Eldridge, CEO
  • "I am excited to welcome David Murray as our vice-president of exploration. He brings 15 years of international mineral industry experience... His technical skills will be an asset to the company." — Scott Eldridge, CEO
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