Petratherm Limited (ASX: PTR) Confirms Major HMS Discovery at Rosewood Prospect
Drill Results Overview
Petratherm Limited (ASX: PTR) has reported significant assay results from initial drilling at the Rosewood Prospect, revealing exceptional Heavy Mineral (HM) concentrations over a two-kilometre trend. Notable drill intercepts include 22 m at 19.1% HM and 17 m at 9.7% HM, indicating the area’s strong potential for high-value mineral resources.
Preliminary Visual Analysis
Visual assessments of the HM samples indicate the presence of valuable mineral species, including Leucoxene and Rutile. These findings align with previous historical results, reinforcing the area’s mineral richness. A total of 50 holes have been drilled, and the results for the remaining 45 holes are anticipated in the following weeks.
Industry Implications
The discovery is timely, as titanium has been identified as a critical mineral for various applications, spanning electric vehicles to energy technologies. The presence of such minerals in significant quantities positions Petratherm to potentially contribute to the supply of critical materials.
CEO Comments
Petratherm CEO, Peter Reid, expressed enthusiasm regarding the drill results, stating, “These results confirm Rosewood as a highly significant new HMS discovery within our broader Muckanippie Project. The bonanza grades and thicknesses reported are not only encouraging but also a major step towards confirming the scale of mineralisation.” He further indicated that ongoing assay results would provide deeper insights into the project’s viability.
Future Plans
Petratherm plans to conduct further infill and exploration drilling in early 2025 while awaiting additional assay results. The focus will also be on detailed mineral analysis and metallurgical test work to ascertain the complete potential of the mineral assemblage at Rosewood.
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