# Tungsten Mining News in Idaho

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## QEM: Exploration Programme for the Big It Tungsten Project

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/qem-exploration-programme-for-the-big-it-tungsten-project--ca113cba-28a7-4117-a52d-a6c1e2d4ccba) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/qem-exploration-programme-for-the-big-it-tungsten-project--ca113cba-28a7-4117-a52d-a6c1e2d4ccba.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-05T22:34:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-05T23:03:03.967Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-05T23:03:03.967Z
- Company: QEM Limited (QEM)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03148781)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.21
- Atlas tags: Nearology Play, Stale Data Re-release

QEM Limited has announced a staged, three-phase exploration programme for the Big It Tungsten Project in Idaho, USA. The programme will progress from reconnaissance and validation to ground surveys and potentially first-pass diamond drilling to test the historical W-Sb-Au mineralised system.

## American Tungsten Files the IMA Technical Report

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/american-tungsten-files-the-ima-technical-report--039c3571-4956-4c47-8921-bc62f9784f71) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/american-tungsten-files-the-ima-technical-report--039c3571-4956-4c47-8921-bc62f9784f71.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-05T11:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-05T11:16:42.118Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-05T11:16:42.118Z
- Company: American Tungsten Corp. (TUNG.CN)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/TUNG.CN/press-releases/4769282924050506)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.104
- Atlas tags: Resource Update, Stale Estimate

American Tungsten has filed a NI 43-101 Technical Report for its IMA Project in Idaho. The report restates the company's recent Mineral Resource Estimate, which includes 316,000 tonnes of Indicated tungsten resources and 2,178,000 tonnes of Inferred tungsten resources, alongside a surface tailings resource.

## American Tungsten Files the IMA Technical Report

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/american-tungsten-files-the-ima-technical-report--66c1f1f2-c82e-4996-b38a-ed33f113b4ce) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/american-tungsten-files-the-ima-technical-report--66c1f1f2-c82e-4996-b38a-ed33f113b4ce.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-05T00:36:22.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-05T12:45:36.653Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-05T12:45:36.653Z
- Company: American Tungsten Corp. (TUNG)
- Original source: [jmn](https://www.juniorminingnetwork.com/junior-miner-news/press-releases/3386-tsx-venture/tung/212278-american-tungsten-files-the-ima-technical-report.html)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.104
- Atlas tags: NI 43-101 Compliant, Inferred Resource

American Tungsten Corp. has filed a NI 43-101 Technical Report for its IMA Project in Idaho. The report details an updated Mineral Resource Estimate including 316,000 tonnes of Indicated and 2,178,000 tonnes of Inferred tungsten resources, alongside a surface tailings resource.

## American Tungsten Files the IMA Technical Report

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/american-tungsten-files-the-ima-technical-report--8a1cdb4d-00be-426a-9ef6-16c099956668) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/american-tungsten-files-the-ima-technical-report--8a1cdb4d-00be-426a-9ef6-16c099956668.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-05T00:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-06T11:55:45.311Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-06T11:55:45.311Z
- Company: American Tungsten Corp. (TUNG)
- Original source: [prospectors_exchange](https://americantungstencorp.com/news/american-tungsten-files-the-ima-technical-report/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.213
- Atlas tags: NI 43-101 Compliant, Inferred Resource

American Tungsten has filed a NI 43-101 Technical Report for the IMA Project in Idaho, detailing updated mineral resource and reserve estimates. The project includes 316,000 tonnes of Indicated and 2,178,000 tonnes of Inferred tungsten resources, alongside a surface tailings resource.

## IDEX Metals Confirms Tungsten Enrichment in All Six 2025 Kismet Drill Holes

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/idex-metals-confirms-tungsten-enrichment-in-all-six-2025-kismet-drill-holes--76dc6dc0-2fe2-4ae6-94db-1a64b99b983c) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/idex-metals-confirms-tungsten-enrichment-in-all-six-2025-kismet-drill-holes--76dc6dc0-2fe2-4ae6-94db-1a64b99b983c.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-29T12:00:46.028Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-29T12:54:55.693Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-29T12:54:55.693Z
- Company: IDEX Metals Corp. (IDEX)
- Original source: [thenewswire](https://www.thenewswire.com/press-releases/1kogFZwYx-idex-metals-confirms-tungsten-enrichment-in-all-six-2025-kismet-drill-holes.html)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.514
- Atlas tags: QA/QC Disclosed, Bonanza Intercept

IDEX Metals has completed a sodium peroxide fusion (SPF) re-assay program on its 2025 Kismet drill holes, confirming widespread tungsten enrichment. The new method revealed that previous four-acid digestion significantly understated tungsten grades, particularly in high-grade zones, and demonstrated vertical continuity and system-wide presence.

## IDEX Metals Confirms Tungsten Enrichment in All Six 2025 Kismet Drill Holes

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/idex-metals-confirms-tungsten-enrichment-in-all-six-2025-kismet-drill-holes--e6382420-8734-4ad8-8bd2-3c5702d7efda) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/idex-metals-confirms-tungsten-enrichment-in-all-six-2025-kismet-drill-holes--e6382420-8734-4ad8-8bd2-3c5702d7efda.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-29T11:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-29T13:20:40.180Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-29T13:20:40.180Z
- Company: IDEX Metals Corp. (IDEX.V)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/IDEX.V/press-releases/8101720548710397)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.493
- Atlas tags: QA/QC Disclosed, Bonanza Intercept

IDEX Metals has completed a sodium peroxide fusion (SPF) re-assay program for its 2025 Kismet drill holes, confirming tungsten enrichment in all six holes. The results reveal that previous four-acid digestion methods significantly understated tungsten grades, with new intercepts including a high-grade 1.0m at 2.13% WO3 in hole KSMT25001.

## IDEX Metals Confirms Tungsten Enrichment in All Six 2025 Kismet Drill Holes

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/idex-metals-confirms-tungsten-enrichment-in-all-six-2025-kismet-drill-holes--c373821b-34ec-4ca7-b11c-0ba10f5dd882) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/idex-metals-confirms-tungsten-enrichment-in-all-six-2025-kismet-drill-holes--c373821b-34ec-4ca7-b11c-0ba10f5dd882.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-29T04:07:11.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-29T15:48:26.813Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-29T15:48:26.813Z
- Company: IDEX Metals Corp. (IDEX)
- Original source: [jmn](https://www.juniorminingnetwork.com/junior-miner-news/press-releases/3435-tsx-venture/idex/211954-idex-metals-confirms-tungsten-enrichment-in-all-six-2025-kismet-drill-holes.html)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.493
- Atlas tags: None

IDEX Metals has completed a sodium peroxide fusion (SPF) re-assay program for its 2025 Kismet drill holes, confirming tungsten enrichment in all six holes. The results reveal that previous 4-acid digestion methods materially understated tungsten grades, with new intercepts including a high-grade 1.0m at 2.13% WO3 in hole KSMT25001.

## American Tungsten Exceeds 30,000 Feet of Drilling, Confirms High-Grade Tungsten Mineralization and Continues to Demonstrate the Scale Potential of the IMA Mine

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/american-tungsten-exceeds-30-000-feet-of-drilling-confirms-high-grade-tungsten-m--36d90605-583e-4cb3-bb70-0a5c26dd2cec) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/american-tungsten-exceeds-30-000-feet-of-drilling-confirms-high-grade-tungsten-m--36d90605-583e-4cb3-bb70-0a5c26dd2cec.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-09-17T11:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-17T11:08:22.252Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-17T11:08:22.252Z
- Company: American Tungsten Corp. (TUNG)
- Original source: [newsfile](https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/314686/American-Tungsten-Exceeds-30000-Feet-of-Drilling-Confirms-HighGrade-Tungsten-Mineralization-and-Continues-to-Demonstrate-the-Scale-Potential-of-the-IMA-Mine)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.748
- Atlas tags: None

American Tungsten Corp. announced significant drill results from its IMA Mine in Lemhi County, Idaho, exceeding 30,000 feet of drilling. The new intercepts confirm high-grade tungsten mineralization, expand the known extent of vein arrays, and identify additional tungsten-bearing zones, including a previously untested historic vein. These results reinforce the company's view of a significantly larger mineralized system at IMA.

## High-grade Ima resource boosts Idaho tungsten revival

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/high-grade-ima-resource-boosts-idaho-tungsten-revival--6f9b1bc7-33d5-434a-ab5a-d29e1b4dac68) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/high-grade-ima-resource-boosts-idaho-tungsten-revival--6f9b1bc7-33d5-434a-ab5a-d29e1b4dac68.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-08-20T14:56:19.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: Unknown date
- Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date
- Company: American Tungsten (TUNG)
- Original source: [northernminer](https://www.northernminer.com/news/high-grade-ima-resource-boosts-idaho-tungsten-revival/1003894145/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.498
- Atlas tags: Maiden Resource, Inferred Resource

American Tungsten has reported an initial mineral resource for its Ima project in Idaho, featuring indicated and inferred tungsten and silver resources. The resource includes both primary mineralization and surface tailings, positioning the project as a high-grade tungsten source.

## American Tungsten Defines High-Grade Tungsten Mineral Resource in the United States at IMA Mine

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/american-tungsten-defines-high-grade-tungsten-mineral-resource-in-the-united-sta--45ba6cf4-c1a5-4013-8f72-72f2beceaab9) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/american-tungsten-defines-high-grade-tungsten-mineral-resource-in-the-united-sta--45ba6cf4-c1a5-4013-8f72-72f2beceaab9.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-08-20T11:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: Unknown date
- Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date
- Company: American Tungsten Corp. (TUNG.CN)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/TUNG.CN/press-releases/7711962633312138)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.618
- Atlas tags: NI 43-101 Compliant, QP/CP Signed, Maiden Resource, PEA-Supporting, Cut-off Disclosed, Inferred Resource, Extralateral Rights Risk

American Tungsten Corp. announced a maiden NI 43-101 compliant Mineral Resource Estimate for its IMA Mine in Idaho, U.S., with an effective date of July 15, 2026. The MRE defines 316,000 tonnes of Indicated Resources at 0.55% WO₃ and 2,178,000 tonnes of Inferred Resources at 0.55% WO₃, along with significant silver, molybdenum, copper, and lead byproducts. An additional 267,000 tonnes of Indicated Resources at 0.155% WO₃ are contained in historical surface tailings, providing a potential lower-capital pathway to production.

# 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.