Volta Metals completed a 13-hole, 5,445m drill program at the Springer Rare Earth Element deposit in Ontario, revealing continuous high-grade rare earths (up to 7.54% TREO), widespread gallium in every hole, and potential niobium mineralization. The deposit hosts three critical minerals vital for technology and defense, with China dominating global gallium supply and Brazil leading niobium production. The company plans two resource estimates by Q4 2026: an inaugural gallium resource and an updated rare earth resource. Niobium's economic potential remains under evaluation, pending further testing. This development positions Springer as a significant North American critical minerals source near key infrastructure.
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