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## OBT: Drilling Intersects more Massive Sulphides at Lewis Ponds

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/obt-drilling-intersects-more-massive-sulphides-at-lewis-ponds--08861af1-a518-4a9b-aeee-e2cc58110bcd) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/obt-drilling-intersects-more-massive-sulphides-at-lewis-ponds--08861af1-a518-4a9b-aeee-e2cc58110bcd.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-20T22:15:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-20T23:21:08.567Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-20T23:21:08.567Z
- Company: Orbit Resources Limited (OBT)
- Original source: [asx](https://www.asx.com.au/asx/v2/statistics/displayAnnouncement.do?display=pdf&idsId=03155019)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.373
- Atlas tags: QA/QC Disclosed, QP/CP Signed, Apparent Width Only, Deleterious Elements Present, Metal Equivalent Opaque, Infill Drilling, Resource Update

Orbit Resources Limited has reported encouraging visual results from its resource development drilling at the Lewis Ponds Project in NSW, with drill hole GLPDD012 intersecting 11.8m of semi-massive to massive sulphide mineralisation at Tom's Lode. While assays are pending, these visual estimates confirm the geological model and are intended to increase resource confidence and provide material for future metallurgical testwork. The program continues with GLPDD013 targeting Spicer's Lode, with all assays expected in Q4 2026.

## BP Silver Intersects 142 Meters Grading 2.14% Zinc Equivalent, Including 59 Meters at 3.72% Zinc Equivalent and 2 Meters at 495 g/t Silver Equivalent

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/bp-silver-intersects-142-meters-grading-2-14-zinc-equivalent-including-59-meters--e33cef7f-e5f3-4434-a67e-ce924bd6c7f1) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/bp-silver-intersects-142-meters-grading-2-14-zinc-equivalent-including-59-meters--e33cef7f-e5f3-4434-a67e-ce924bd6c7f1.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-20T21:41:09.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-20T12:28:54.531Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-20T12:28:54.531Z
- Company: BP Silver Corp. (BPAG)
- Original source: [jmn](https://www.juniorminingnetwork.com/junior-miner-news/press-releases/3444-tsx-venture/bpag/213192-bp-silver-corp-intersects-142-meters-grading-2-14-zinc-equivalent-including-59-meters-at-3-72-zinc-equivalent-and-2-meters-at-495-g-t-silver-equivalent.html)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.514
- Atlas tags: Bonanza Intercept, QA/QC Disclosed, Step-Out Extension

BP Silver has announced significant new drill results from its Phase 2 program at the Cosuño Silver Project in Bolivia. The Jalsuri North Target yielded a 142m zinc-dominated intercept grading 2.14% ZnEq, including high-grade sub-intervals of both zinc and silver.

## BP Silver Corp. Intersects 142 Meters Grading 2.14% Zinc Equivalent, Including 59 Meters at 3.72% Zinc Equivalent and 2 Meters at 495 g/t Silver Equivalent

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/bp-silver-corp-intersects-142-meters-grading-2-14-zinc-equivalent-including-59-m--5150123d-ae19-4008-afe5-cc0bdf201f97) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/bp-silver-corp-intersects-142-meters-grading-2-14-zinc-equivalent-including-59-m--5150123d-ae19-4008-afe5-cc0bdf201f97.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-20T11:00:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-20T11:53:56.810Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-20T11:53:56.810Z
- Company: BP Silver Corp. (BPAG.V)
- Original source: [orestocks](https://orestocks.com/company/BPAG.V/press-releases/6586055602068047)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.717
- Atlas tags: Bonanza Intercept, Step-Out Extension, QA/QC Disclosed, Compositing Transparent, Apparent Width Only, Metal Equivalent Opaque, Deleterious Elements Present

BP Silver Corp. reported significant polymetallic drill results from its Phase 2 program at the Cosuño Silver Project in Bolivia, highlighting a new discovery at the Jalsuri North Target. Hole CO-0015 intersected a broad 142-meter zinc-dominated zone grading 2.14% zinc equivalent, including higher-grade sub-intervals and bonanza silver equivalent grades. The results indicate a large intermediate sulfidation hydrothermal system with potential for expansion, though true widths are not yet determined and metal equivalent calculations use assumed recoveries.

## Rockfire Resources sees highest zinc grade to date from Molaoi project

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/rockfire-resources-sees-highest-zinc-grade-to-date-from-molaoi-project--3f6c4c00-4e81-4f27-a9d2-8db841bcf74e) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/rockfire-resources-sees-highest-zinc-grade-to-date-from-molaoi-project--3f6c4c00-4e81-4f27-a9d2-8db841bcf74e.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-20T07:33:27.304Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-20T08:32:06.060Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-20T08:32:06.060Z
- Company: Rockfire Resources PLC (ROCK)
- Original source: [proactiveinvestors](https://www.proactiveinvestors.com/companies/news/1100369/rockfire-resources-sees-highest-zinc-grade-to-date-from-molaoi-project-1100369.html)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.883
- Atlas tags: Bonanza Intercept, No QA/QC Disclosure

Rockfire Resources has reported its highest-ever zinc grade at the Molaoi project in Greece, featuring a 0.34m interval at 51.1% zinc. The results also highlight strong silver and germanium by-product credits, supporting the project's resource upgrade and maiden germanium resource efforts.

## Molaoi Update

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/molaoi-update--d110cd6e-8c4c-4057-8d3f-81eb084e4e83) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/molaoi-update--d110cd6e-8c4c-4057-8d3f-81eb084e4e83.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-20T05:00:03.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-20T07:20:40.288Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-20T07:20:40.288Z
- Company: Rockfire Resources plc (ROCK)
- Original source: [lse](https://www.londonstockexchange.com/news-article/ROCK/molaoi-update/17843036)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.738
- Atlas tags: Bonanza Intercept, QA/QC Disclosed, Metal Equivalent Opaque, Inferred Resource, JORC Compliant, QP/CP Signed, Cut-off Disclosed, Stale Data Re-release

Rockfire Resources announced high-grade laboratory results from drill hole HMO-021 at its Molaoi zinc deposit in Greece, including a wide 11m interval grading 5.0% Zn, 19g/t Ag, and 8g/t Ge, with a peak intercept of 0.34m at 51.1% Zn, the highest individual zinc grade recorded at Molaoi. The company is also progressing a maiden JORC Inferred germanium resource estimate and expects a new drilling rig to arrive earlier than anticipated, supporting ongoing resource upgrade drilling.

## Shuka Minerals shares rise over 10% as drilling uncovers high-grade zinc at Kabwe

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/shuka-minerals-shares-rise-over-10-as-drilling-uncovers-high-grade-zinc-at-kabwe--2f74d998-b491-4827-9446-7c459f63de9a) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/shuka-minerals-shares-rise-over-10-as-drilling-uncovers-high-grade-zinc-at-kabwe--2f74d998-b491-4827-9446-7c459f63de9a.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-16T12:30:58.966Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-16T12:33:37.105Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-16T12:33:37.105Z
- Company: Shuka Minerals PLC (SKA)
- Original source: [proactiveinvestors](https://www.proactiveinvestors.com/companies/news/1100222/shuka-minerals-shares-rise-over-10-as-drilling-uncovers-high-grade-zinc-at-kabwe-1100222.html)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.686
- Atlas tags: Bonanza Intercept, Step-Out Extension

Shuka Minerals reported high-grade zinc drilling results from its Kabwe project in Zambia, including significant intercepts at the newly identified Sperm Whale target. The results include zinc grades as high as 49.7% and are expected to potentially increase the project's historical mineral resources by at least 50%.

## Kabwe Drilling (“KBDD06-11”) - Drilling results from ALS Laboratories

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kabwe-drilling-kbdd06-11-drilling-results-from-als-laboratories--e12b914d-9ccd-4036-a747-fbb03f4de92c) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kabwe-drilling-kbdd06-11-drilling-results-from-als-laboratories--e12b914d-9ccd-4036-a747-fbb03f4de92c.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-16T05:52:00.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-16T08:06:44.740Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-16T08:06:44.740Z
- Company: Shuka Minerals Plc (SKA)
- Original source: [jse](https://senspdf.jse.co.za/documents/SENS_20261016_S605068.pdf)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.83
- Atlas tags: Bonanza Intercept, QA/QC Disclosed, Step-Out Extension, Apparent Width Only, Infill Drilling

Shuka Minerals Plc announced exceptional drill results from its Kabwe Zinc Mine, including the newly discovered 'Sperm Whale' area. Intercepts from holes KBDD09-11 returned very high zinc grades, with individual samples up to 49.7% Zn, significantly exceeding previous expectations. These results, along with strong intercepts in the 'Swimming Pool' area, reaffirm the project's substantial value and potential for resource expansion.

## Kabwe Drilling (“KBDD06-11”) Results

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kabwe-drilling-kbdd06-11-results--6d2f7f2d-4d5b-46ae-b140-e3d6722ffffe) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/kabwe-drilling-kbdd06-11-results--6d2f7f2d-4d5b-46ae-b140-e3d6722ffffe.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-16T05:00:05.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-16T07:18:02.698Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-16T07:18:02.698Z
- Company: Shuka Minerals Plc (SKA)
- Original source: [lse](https://www.londonstockexchange.com/news-article/SKA/kabwe-drilling-kbdd06-11-results/17838529)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.842
- Atlas tags: None

Shuka Minerals Plc announced exceptional high-grade zinc and lead drill results from the Kabwe Project, including bonanza intercepts from the newly discovered 'Sperm Whale' area. Holes KBDD09-11 in this new zone returned grades up to 36.4% Zn over 1.2m and 29.45% Zn over 6.7m, significantly exceeding expectations and indicating potential for a substantial resource increase. The company plans further drilling to define the geometry of the new deposit and upgrade resource confidence.

## Reese Ridge Zinc-Lead-Silver Project Update

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/reese-ridge-zinc-lead-silver-project-update--801f37ce-7a3b-4556-9e3f-329bc2bef15a) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/reese-ridge-zinc-lead-silver-project-update--801f37ce-7a3b-4556-9e3f-329bc2bef15a.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-15T05:00:08.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-15T07:20:17.003Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-15T07:20:17.003Z
- Company: Sunrise Resources Plc (SRES)
- Original source: [lse](https://www.londonstockexchange.com/news-article/SRES/reese-ridge-zinc-lead-silver-project-update/17836368)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.267
- Atlas tags: Nearology Play, QA/QC Disclosed

Sunrise Resources has commissioned Geotech Ltd to perform AI-based geophysical data interpretation at the Reese Ridge Project in Nevada. The work aims to refine drill targets using Self-Organising Mapping (SOM) tools following geophysical indications of a potential mineralised body 250m below surface.

## Group Eleven Resources drills 24 metres of mineralization, including 6.3 metres of 7.9% Zn+Pb and 14 g/t Ag in a 270-metre step-out at Ballywire discovery, PG West Project, Ireland

- Atlas analysis: [Read analysis](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/group-eleven-resources-drills-24-metres-of-mineralization-including-6-3-metres-o--7cc7e9d7-bca2-447a-943e-8feef7425251) · [Markdown](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/group-eleven-resources-drills-24-metres-of-mineralization-including-6-3-metres-o--7cc7e9d7-bca2-447a-943e-8feef7425251.md)
- Original announcement: 2026-10-14T12:40:37.000Z
- Atlas analysis published: 2026-10-14T20:25:49.884Z
- Atlas analysis updated: 2026-10-14T20:25:49.884Z
- Company: Group Eleven Resources Corp. (ZNG)
- Original source: [resourceworld](https://resourceworld.com/group-eleven-resources-drills-24-metres-of-mineralization-including-6-3-metres-of-7-9-znpb-and-14-g-t-ag-in-a-270-metre-step-out-at-ballywire-discovery-pg-west-project-ireland/)
- Atlas sentiment: 0.675
- Atlas tags: Bonanza Intercept, Bonanza Intercept, Bonanza Intercept, Bonanza Intercept, True Width Disclosed, Step-Out Extension, No QA/QC Disclosure, Cut-off Undisclosed

Group Eleven Resources announced high-grade drill results from its Ballywire discovery in Ireland, including a 270-metre step-out that significantly extends the known mineralization. Hole 26-2654-04 returned 6.3 metres of 7.9% Zn+Pb and 14 g/t Ag, while hole 26-468-26 intersected 7.4 metres of 10.1% Zn+Pb and 36 g/t Ag. The company also noted a potential parallel zone of mineralization and is fully funded for its ongoing 67,000-metre drill campaign.

# 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.