# Tungsten Mining News in Mexico

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## Gordon Mining Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire the Tungsten Tail Project, Sierra County, New Mexico

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gordon-mining-enters-into-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-the-tungsten-tail-proj--45fbfa3e-3e29-4d82-bcba-9bcb293bfc68) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gordon-mining-enters-into-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-the-tungsten-tail-proj--45fbfa3e-3e29-4d82-bcba-9bcb293bfc68.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-20T21:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-20T21:31:45.769Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-20T21:31:45.769Z
- Company: Gordon Mining Group Inc. (GORD)
- Original source: [newsfile](https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/320067/Gordon-Mining-Enters-into-Definitive-Agreement-to-Acquire-the-Tungsten-Tail-Project-Sierra-County-New-Mexico)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.378
- Atlas tags: Nearology Play

Gordon Mining Group Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the Tungsten Tail Project in Sierra County, New Mexico. The transaction includes cash and significant share-based milestones tied to drilling, mineralization discovery, and resource definition.

## Gordon Mining Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire the Tungsten Tail Project, Sierra County, New Mexico

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gordon-mining-enters-into-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-the-tungsten-tail-proj--e03ee724-353a-4146-85e2-55965e9798ac) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gordon-mining-enters-into-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-the-tungsten-tail-proj--e03ee724-353a-4146-85e2-55965e9798ac.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-20T21:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-20T21:33:53.837Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-20T21:33:53.837Z
- Company: Gordon Mining Group Inc. (GORD.CN)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/GORD.CN/press-releases/6465370886292244)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.247
- Atlas tags: Nearology Play

Gordon Mining Group Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the Tungsten Tail Project in Sierra County, New Mexico. The project features historical tungsten production and a geochemically anomalous corridor, which the company intends to explore via mapping, sampling, and future drilling.

## Gordon Mining Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire the Tungsten Tail Project, Sierra County, New Mexico

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gordon-mining-enters-into-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-the-tungsten-tail-proj--1039418f-1d53-48ec-9607-4b72971c2cda) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/gordon-mining-enters-into-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-the-tungsten-tail-proj--1039418f-1d53-48ec-9607-4b72971c2cda.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-20T11:31:20.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-20T23:01:19.522Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-20T23:01:19.522Z
- Company: Gordon Mining Group Inc. (GORD)
- Original source: [jmn](https://www.juniorminingnetwork.com/junior-miner-news/press-releases/3036-cse/gord/213260-gordon-mining-enters-into-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-the-tungsten-tail-project-sierra-county-new-mexico.html)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.475
- Atlas tags: Nearology Play

Gordon Mining Group Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the Tungsten Tail Project in Sierra County, New Mexico. The project features historical tungsten production and potential skarn-hosted mineralization at depth, with the company planning immediate surface mapping and geophysical surveys.

## Washington Is Writing Billion-Dollar Checks for Tungsten

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/washington-is-writing-billion-dollar-checks-for-tungsten--52f1418c-21d3-42a1-ae70-2fda0df72a45) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/washington-is-writing-billion-dollar-checks-for-tungsten--52f1418c-21d3-42a1-ae70-2fda0df72a45.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-08T13:31:25.086Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-08T13:50:28.542Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-08T13:50:28.542Z
- Company: Western Star Resources Inc. (WSR)
- Original source: [cnw](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/washington-is-writing-billion-dollar-checks-for-tungsten-857178395.html)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.223
- Atlas tags: QA/QC Disclosed, No QA/QC Disclosure, Apparent Width Only

Western Star Resources has reported the first modern assay results from its Eagle Point Tungsten Project in New Mexico, with tungsten detected in all 23 surface samples collected. The results include grab samples up to 0.55% WO3 and a continuous channel intercept of 0.11% WO3 over 13.1 feet. The company plans a 17-hole drill program to test the skarn contact.

## Ex-China Tungsten Supply Runs 21,000 Tonnes Short as 2027 Ban Nears

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/ex-china-tungsten-supply-runs-21-000-tonnes-short-as-2027-ban-nears--16e2c642-8dde-40d0-af60-8d0ae8cff9f1) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/ex-china-tungsten-supply-runs-21-000-tonnes-short-as-2027-ban-nears--16e2c642-8dde-40d0-af60-8d0ae8cff9f1.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-07T13:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-07T13:50:10.023Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-07T13:50:10.023Z
- Company: Western Star Resources Inc. (WSR.CN)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/WSR.CN/press-releases/8900359857971435)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.221
- Atlas tags: No QA/QC Disclosure, True Width Disclosed

Western Star Resources reported the first modern assays from its Eagle Point Tungsten Project in New Mexico, featuring grab samples up to 0.55% WO3 and a channel intercept of 0.11% WO3 over 13.1 feet. The company plans a 17-hole drill program to test the skarn contact, benefiting from a tightening global tungsten supply and upcoming US defense procurement restrictions.

## Western Star Advances 17-Hole Eagle Point Drill Program Following Strong First Modern Tungsten Assays

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/western-star-advances-17-hole-eagle-point-drill-program-following-strong-first-m--a00df604-6060-4547-927c-3ca3eef4b4bd) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/western-star-advances-17-hole-eagle-point-drill-program-following-strong-first-m--a00df604-6060-4547-927c-3ca3eef4b4bd.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-07T07:30:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-07T08:03:01.774Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-07T08:03:01.774Z
- Company: Western Star Resources Inc. (WSR.CN)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/WSR.CN/press-releases/4930577518569693)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.354
- Atlas tags: QA/QC Disclosed, Nearology Play

Western Star Resources reported the first modern tungsten assays from its Eagle Point Tungsten Project in New Mexico, featuring grab samples up to 0.55% WO3 and a continuous channel sample of 0.11% WO3 over 13.1 feet. The results, which include confirmed scheelite, will guide a planned 17-hole drill program to test the steeply dipping skarn contact.

## Western Star Resources Outlines Planned 6,070 Foot Drill Program and Completes Eagle Point Tungsten Field Program.

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/western-star-resources-outlines-planned-6-070-foot-drill-program-and-completes-e--5615e31c-b21b-4c09-89d5-95eeb9e14d33) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/western-star-resources-outlines-planned-6-070-foot-drill-program-and-completes-e--5615e31c-b21b-4c09-89d5-95eeb9e14d33.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-22T12:01:50.636Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-22T12:11:32.469Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-22T12:11:32.469Z
- Company: Western Star Resources Inc. (WSR)
- Original source: [thenewswire](https://www.thenewswire.com/press-releases/1BglFD26Y-western-star-resources-outlines-planned-6-070-foot-drill-program-and-completes-eagle-point-tungsten-field-program.html)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.171
- Atlas tags: Nearology Play, No QA/QC Disclosure

Western Star Resources has completed a geological mapping and sampling program at the Eagle Point Tungsten Project in New Mexico, identifying scheelite-bearing skarn. The company has now designed a planned 17-hole, 6,000-foot drill program to test the continuity and geometry of the skarn and move towards a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate.

## Western Star Resources Outlines Planned 6,070 Foot Drill Program and Completes Eagle Point Tungsten Field Program.

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/western-star-resources-outlines-planned-6-070-foot-drill-program-and-completes-e--5a30f775-598d-4ca1-80b8-efdccdfc0620) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/western-star-resources-outlines-planned-6-070-foot-drill-program-and-completes-e--5a30f775-598d-4ca1-80b8-efdccdfc0620.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-22T12:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-22T13:17:33.159Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-22T13:17:33.159Z
- Company: Western Star Resources Inc. (WSR.CN)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/WSR.CN/press-releases/7999506389639720)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.165
- Atlas tags: No QA/QC Disclosure, Nearology Play

Western Star Resources has completed a geological mapping and sampling program at the Eagle Point Tungsten Project in New Mexico, identifying scheelite-bearing skarn. The company has announced a planned 17-hole, 6,000-foot drill program designed to test the continuity of the skarn and support a future maiden Mineral Resource Estimate.

## China Mines 79% of World Tungsten. The U.S. Answer Needs Land

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-mines-79-of-world-tungsten-the-u-s-answer-needs-land--882734d5-28c4-4bbb-8a91-69148ac7145c) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/china-mines-79-of-world-tungsten-the-u-s-answer-needs-land--882734d5-28c4-4bbb-8a91-69148ac7145c.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-16T13:46:03.910Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-16T13:48:24.875Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-16T13:48:24.875Z
- Company: Western Star Resources Inc. (WSR)
- Original source: [cnw](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/china-mines-79-of-world-tungsten-the-u-s-answer-needs-land-896774166.html)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.37
- Atlas tags: Step-Out Extension, No QA/QC Disclosure

Western Star Resources has acquired 14 lode claims and a 25-year surface use agreement at its Eagle Point Tungsten Project in New Mexico. This strategic move secures exclusive surface rights for mineral operations, including infrastructure and tailings, which is a critical de-risking step for US-based tungsten development.

## Spartan Metals Identifies 537 Feet (163.7 Meters) 0.23% WO3Eq or 0.31% MoEq During Historic Drilling Validation at Its Victorio Tungsten-Molybdenum Project, New Mexico

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/spartan-metals-identifies-537-feet-163-7-meters-0-23-wo3eq-or-0-31-moeq-during-h--6aa56590-3d00-4b54-9cb0-3d85298d387a) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/spartan-metals-identifies-537-feet-163-7-meters-0-23-wo3eq-or-0-31-moeq-during-h--6aa56590-3d00-4b54-9cb0-3d85298d387a.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-06-30T09:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: Unknown date
- Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date
- Company: Spartan Metals Corp. (W)
- Original source: [yahoo_press](https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/commodities/articles/spartan-metals-identifies-537-feet-090000462.html)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.192
- Atlas tags: Stale Data Re-release

Spartan Metals has validated historic drilling data at its Victorio Tungsten-Molybdenum Project in New Mexico. The results include intercepts of up to 537 feet at 0.23% WO3Eq, supporting the company's upcoming Preliminary Economic Assessment.

# Atlas tag definitions

- **Bonanza Intercept:** Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
- **True Width Disclosed:** Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
- **Step-Out Extension:** Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
- **QA/QC Disclosed:** Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
- **Compositing Transparent:** Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
- **Refractory Ore:** Complex mineralogy requiring oxidation or other special processing before recovery.
- **Apparent Width Only:** Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
- **Stale Data Re-release:** Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
- **No QA/QC Disclosure:** Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
- **Metal Equivalent Opaque:** Metal equivalent grade reported without disclosing the price, recovery, or payability assumptions used.
- **Cut-off Undisclosed:** Cut-off grade not disclosed — cannot assess comparability to prior estimates or peers.
- **Deleterious Elements Present:** Penalty elements (arsenic, antimony, etc.) or refractory concerns noted in the release.
- **Infill Drilling:** Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
- **Nearology Play:** Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
- **Measured Resource:** Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
- **Indicated Resource:** Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
- **Proven Reserve:** Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
- **Probable Reserve:** Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
- **Category Upgrade:** Resource confidence improved — Inferred upgraded to Indicated, or Indicated to Measured. De-risking signal.
- **Tonnage Growth:** Significant tonnage increase (≥15%) vs prior estimate with grade maintained or improved.
- **Grade Improvement:** Average resource grade improved vs prior estimate — better deposit economics.
- **Contained Metal Growth:** True scale improvement — contained metal ounces/tonnes increased vs prior, accounting for both tonnage and grade changes.
- **QP/CP Signed:** Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
- **Cut-off Disclosed:** Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
- **JORC Compliant:** Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
- **NI 43-101 Compliant:** Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
- **Inferred Resource:** Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
- **All Inferred:** 100% of resource is Inferred category — very early stage, no engineering confidence.
- **Grade Decline:** Average grade dropped >5% vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.
- **Tonnage Decline:** Resource tonnage decreased vs prior estimate — pit optimization removed marginal material or geological model revised down.
- **Category Downgrade:** Resource confidence decreased — Measured downgraded to Indicated, or Indicated to Inferred. Unusual and concerning.
- **Contained Metal Decline:** Contained metal decreased vs prior despite tonnage growth — grade dilution exceeds volume gain.
- **Dilutive Growth:** Tonnage increased but contained metal flat or down — likely from lower cut-off grade, not geological expansion.
- **Cut-off Lowered:** Cut-off grade significantly reduced vs prior estimate — tonnage growth may be artificial inflation.
- **Cut-off Undisclosed:** Cut-off grade not disclosed — cannot assess comparability to prior estimates or peers.
- **Historical Estimate Only:** Estimate pre-dates or does not comply with current JORC/NI 43-101 standards — requires verification drilling.
- **Stale Estimate:** Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.
- **No Contained Metal:** Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.
- **No QP/CP Disclosure:** No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
- **Maiden Resource:** First formal MRE for the project — establishes baseline but typically exploration-stage with high Inferred component.
- **Resource Update:** Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
- **PEA-Supporting:** Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.
- **PFS-Supporting:** Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.
- **DFS-Supporting:** Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
- **High Recovery:** Recovery at or above the exceptional band for the commodity and processing route.
- **Pilot Scale Complete:** Pilot or demonstration plant testing completed under continuous operation.
- **Free Milling:** Simple, clean ore amenable to standard processing without oxidation.
- **Multi-Domain Tested:** Variability across ore domains (oxide, transition, fresh) has been addressed.
- **Recovery Improving:** Recovery improved versus a like-for-like prior test program on the same domain and route.
- **Low Recovery:** Recovery below the weak band for the commodity and processing route.
- **Bench Scale Only:** Only preliminary bench tests completed — no locked-cycle or pilot work.
- **Refractory Ore:** Complex mineralogy requiring oxidation or other special processing before recovery.
- **Single Domain Only:** Testing limited to one composite or domain — representativeness not established.
- **Recovery Stagnant:** No improvement across multiple test programs on comparable material.
- **Theoretical Recovery Only:** Only theoretical or liberation-derived recovery reported, with no actual test result.
- **Heap Leach Route:** Processing via heap leach — lower CAPEX and OPEX, lower recovery expected.
- **Mill Route:** Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
- **Gravity Route:** Gravity separation forms a material part of the flowsheet.
- **POX/BIOX Route:** Pressure or bio-oxidation for refractory ore — high CAPEX and OPEX.
- **Byproduct Commodity:** The tested commodity is a byproduct rather than the primary economic driver.