Miata Metals Corp. has commenced its diamond drilling program at the Sela Creek Gold Project in Suriname. Sampling results include a notable 39.16 g/t Au from the Puma target, contributing to the expansion of the project’s gold trend. The arrival of the drill crew signifies a significant milestone, with ongoing preparations for drilling planned at the Stranger and Golden Hand targets.
Miata Metals Corp. (CSE: MMET) recently announced that it has commenced its drilling program at the Sela Creek Gold Project in Suriname. The drill crew has arrived on-site as part of the ongoing 2025 field exploration initiative. This week marks the beginning of the company’s inaugural 10,000-meter diamond core drilling program.
Notable findings include a grab sample from the Puma target, which revealed an impressive gold concentration of 39.16 grams per ton (g/t Au). Additional grab samples from a newly opened pit at the central Puma target returned results of 2.32 g/t Au and 5.92 g/t Au. Furthermore, a sample taken from 1,000 meters east of Puma outside the predicted vein model showed 7.03 g/t Au, significantly extending the Puma gold trend.
In this recent exploration, the Company successfully collected 63 rock samples, yielding an average of 0.93 g/t Au. Operations are progressing, with camp construction nearly complete, housing up to 35 personnel, and preparations underway for drilling at the Stranger and Golden Hand targets.
Dr. Jaap Verbaas, CEO of Miata, emphasized, “This second batch of samples continues to inform our predictive vein model and targeting strategy.” He highlighted the effective efforts of the exploration team in constructing a solid foundation for this momentous undertaking.
The Major Drilling crew is fully operational at Sela Creek, working to set up drill pads. A water filtration system has also been installed to supply drinking water on-site, minimizing costs related to water transportation. Detailed quality assurance processes are in place, ensuring that all samples were analyzed by an accredited laboratory in Paramaribo.
Dr. Jacob Verbaas, P.Geo., has reviewed and approved the scientific and technical details provided in this release. Investors are advised to exercise caution in interpreting grab samples, as they may not fully represent mineralization across the site.
Miata Metals Corp. is a Canadian mineral exploration firm dedicated to acquiring and developing mineral properties, currently holding a 70% interest in the Sela Creek project and evaluating additional opportunities for growth.
In conclusion, Miata Metals Corp. has made significant progress in its exploration efforts at the Sela Creek Gold Project, with promising results from recent sampling activities. The arrival of the drill crew marks a pivotal step in initiating an extensive drilling program aimed at further uncovering gold potential. The company’s strategic operations and promising initial findings suggest a bright future for growth and exploration in the region.
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