Forge Resources plans US export permits for Colombian coal samples to test metallurgical qualities.

Forge Resources Corp. intends to apply for export permits to send coal samples from its La Estrella project in Colombia to a U.S. lab for advanced testing. These tests will analyze key properties like coke strength and sulfur content to classify the coal within global markets and guide future planning. This move aligns with recent U.S. policies recognizing metallurgical coal as a critical material for industrial and defense uses, potentially easing regulatory processes and funding. The results will help Forge position its coal in strategic markets amid growing U.S. demand for critical minerals.