Atico Mining Corporation reports positive results for 19 drill holes at the El Roble mine, with highlights including 8.70m of 11.44% Cu and 6.16m of 13.32% Cu. The ongoing drill campaign shows potential for high-grade copper and gold mineralization. A new sulfide body was discovered adjacent to the main ore body.
The 2025 underground drilling program at the El Roble mine aims to expand the historically identified resource and explore for new massive sulfide bodies. Atico Mining Corporation has drilled 885.6 meters in 2025 to define zones of mineralization within the historic massive sulphide body.
El Roble mine is a high-grade underground copper and gold mine in Colombia with a processing plant capacity of 1,000 tonnes per day. Atico Mining Corporation upgraded the operation from 400 tonnes per day since taking control in 2013. The mine has Proven and Probable reserves of 1.00 million tonnes grading 3.02% copper and 1.76 g/t gold.
Atico Mining Corporation is focused on exploring, developing, and mining copper and gold projects in Latin America. The Company generates cash flow from the El Roble mine and is developing the La Plata VMS project in Ecuador. The Company is also seeking additional advanced stage opportunities. CEO is Fernando E. Ganoza.
Forward-looking statements in the announcement caution investors about risks and uncertainties related to drill results, mineral deposits, financing, and program milestones. Actual results may differ from expectations due to various factors. The Company’s AIF filed in 2024 outlines risks and uncertainties. Qualified Person Garth Graves has reviewed the technical information in the news release.
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