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Original announcement by thenewswire on
- Company
- Fitzroy Minerals Inc.
- Ticker
- FTZ
- Exchange
- TSXV
- Region
- Copiapó, Chile
- Primary commodity
- Copper
- Secondary commodities
- None reported
- Document categories
- Drill results
- Extracted
- 2026-10-01 03:51:44 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Atlas analysis published:
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Fitzroy Minerals announced new drill results from its Buen Retiro Copper Project in Chile, highlighted by 59.0 m at 1.73% Cu including 12.0 m at 5.39% Cu from 92.0 m in hole BRT-DDH052, and 76.0 m at 0.74% Cu including 13.0 m at 3.62% Cu from 69.0 m in hole BRT-DDH062. The company has expanded its 2026 drill program to 22,000 m, citing continued success in intersecting shallow, leachable copper mineralization. The results are expected to contribute to a maiden mineral resource estimate for the project.
Reasoning: The drill results from the Buen Retiro Copper Project show multiple high-grade and long copper intercepts near surface, which are exceptional for an IOCG deposit and significantly enhance the project's potential for open-pit development. The expansion of the drill program and the clear path to production through nearby infrastructure are strong positive indicators, despite some uncertainty regarding true width disclosure.
Positive factors
- High-grade copper intercepts, including 12.0 m at 5.39% Cu and 13.0 m at 3.62% Cu, are exceptional for an IOCG deposit.
- Significant intercept lengths (59.0 m, 76.0 m, 80.2 m) indicate good continuity of mineralization.
- Near-surface mineralization (from 20.8 m, 67.0 m, 69.0 m) supports potential for open-pit mining and reduced capital requirements.
- Expansion of the drill program to 22,000 m signals strong company confidence and potential for further discoveries.
- The project is located near existing infrastructure and EW plants, suggesting a clear path to production.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures are disclosed, including certified standards and QP sign-off, enhancing data credibility.
Negative factors
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated for each intercept, leading to some uncertainty.
- Laboratory turnaround times continue to be slow, potentially delaying future results.
Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.
Facts used in scoring: 27
Classification and evidence
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: Hole BRT-DDH052 returned 12.0 m at 5.39% Cu, which is well above the exceptional threshold for IOCG copper deposits (0.9% Cu).
Evidence · table
“5.39”
Context: 12.0
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: Hole BRT-DDH062 returned 13.0 m at 3.62% Cu, which is well above the exceptional threshold for IOCG copper deposits (0.9% Cu).
Evidence · table
“3.62”
Context: 13.0
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The release includes a detailed section on 'Buen Retiro Core Sampling Procedures, Laboratory and QA/QC' mentioning certified standards, blanks, and pulp duplicates, and a QP sign-off.
Evidence · text
“Buen Retiro Core Sampling Procedures, Laboratory and QA/QC”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: The footnote states that intervals are 'Calculated on a minimum thickness of 5 m and minimum average grade of 0.20% Cu', clearly defining the compositing rules.
Evidence · table
“*Calculated on a minimum thickness of 5 m and minimum average grade of 0.20% Cu”
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: The footnote states that intervals are '**Estimated to be 80-90% of true thickness', indicating that the reported interval lengths are apparent widths, not true widths.
Evidence · table
“**Estimated to be 80-90% of true thickness”
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: For hole BRT-DDH061, the intercept is described as 'estimated to be close to the true thickness', but a precise true width is not stated.
Evidence · text
“an intercept that is estimated to be close to the true thickness of the mineralized zone”
Step-Out Extensionpositive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Why it applies: The company states that 'two rigs are testing the extension of the Southwest Area with step-outs to the northwest and to the southeast'.
Evidence · text
“two rigs are testing the extension of the Southwest Area with step-outs to the northwest and to the southeast”
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: The drilling program includes '49 infill drill holes' aimed at defining mineralization for a maiden resource estimate.
Evidence · text
“comprising 49 infill drill holes”
Stale Data Re-releasenegative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Why it applies: The release mentions and provides details for historical drill holes BRT-DDH022 (June 6, 2025) and BRT-DDH059 (May 13, 2026) for context, which are not new results.
Evidence · text
“Drill hole BRT-DDH022 was reported on June 6, 2025”
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 27. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (27)
BRT-DDH052Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 1.73Grade Unit: %Intercept: 59 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH052
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.73
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 59 m
- From
- 92 m
- To
- 151 m
- Intercept Depth
- 92 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH052:92-151
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 344960
- Northing
- 6921191
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -65 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows exceptional copper grade over a continuous width near surface, which is highly positive for the project's open-pit potential and overall resource definition.
Positive factors
- Grade of 1.73% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit.
- Intercept length of 59.0 m is continuous, indicating significant mineralization.
- Near-surface intercept (from 92.0 m) supports potential for open-pit mining.
Negative factors
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“1.73”
Context: 59.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH052Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 6.05Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH052
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 6.05
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 3 m
- From
- 92 m
- To
- 95 m
- Intercept Depth
- 92 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH052:92-95
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 344960
- Northing
- 6921191
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -65 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval within a broader zone is an exceptional result, demonstrating very strong copper mineralization near surface.
Positive factors
- Grade of 6.05% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit, indicating a bonanza intercept.
- Near-surface location (from 92.0 m) enhances economic viability.
Negative factors
- Intercept length of 3.0 m is narrow.
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“6.05”
Context: 3.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH052Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 2.17Grade Unit: %Intercept: 38 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH052
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.17
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 38 m
- From
- 113 m
- To
- 151 m
- Intercept Depth
- 92 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH052:113-151
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 344960
- Northing
- 6921191
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -65 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This is another strong, high-grade intercept within the broader mineralized zone, reinforcing the project's potential.
Positive factors
- Grade of 2.17% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit.
- Intercept length of 38.0 m is strong, indicating good continuity.
Negative factors
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“2.17”
Context: 38.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH052Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 5.39Grade Unit: %Intercept: 12 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH052
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 5.39
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 12 m
- From
- 136 m
- To
- 148 m
- Intercept Depth
- 92 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH052:136-148
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 344960
- Northing
- 6921191
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -65 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval is a very strong result, contributing significantly to the overall positive interpretation of hole BRT-DDH052.
Positive factors
- Grade of 5.39% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit, representing a bonanza intercept.
- Intercept length of 12.0 m is moderate, adding to the overall high-grade zone.
Negative factors
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“5.39”
Context: 12.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH053Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 0.22Grade Unit: %Intercept: 11 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH053
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.22
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 11 m
- From
- 87 m
- To
- 98 m
- Intercept Depth
- 87 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH053:87-98
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 344916
- Northing
- 6921283
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows weak copper mineralization, close to the stated cutoff grade, and is not a significant highlight.
Negative factors
- Grade of 0.22% Cu is weak for an IOCG deposit.
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“0.22”
Context: 11.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH053Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 0.97Grade Unit: %Intercept: 12 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH053
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.97
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 12 m
- From
- 144 m
- To
- 156 m
- Intercept Depth
- 87 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH053:144-156
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 344916
- Northing
- 6921283
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows exceptional copper grade over a moderate width, representing a positive but not outstanding result.
Positive factors
- Grade of 0.97% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit.
Negative factors
- Intercept length of 12.0 m is moderate.
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“0.97”
Context: 12.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH054Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 0.65Grade Unit: %Intercept: 80.2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH054
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.65
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 80.2 m
- From
- 20.8 m
- To
- 101 m
- Intercept Depth
- 20.8 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH054:20.8-101
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345080
- Northing
- 6920862
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -47 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This long, strong-grade intercept starting very close to surface is a highly positive result, supporting the project's bulk tonnage potential.
Positive factors
- Grade of 0.65% Cu is strong for an IOCG deposit.
- Intercept length of 80.2 m is continuous, indicating significant mineralization.
- Very shallow intercept (from 20.8 m) enhances economic viability for open-pit mining.
Negative factors
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“0.65”
Context: 80.2
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH054Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 1.32Grade Unit: %Intercept: 22 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH054
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.32
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 22 m
- From
- 26 m
- To
- 48 m
- Intercept Depth
- 20.8 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH054:26-48
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345080
- Northing
- 6920862
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -47 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval within a very shallow, broad zone is a strong positive result for the project.
Positive factors
- Grade of 1.32% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit.
- Intercept length of 22.0 m is strong, contributing to the overall mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“1.32”
Context: 22.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH054Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 0.87Grade Unit: %Intercept: 12 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH054
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.87
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 12 m
- From
- 88 m
- To
- 100 m
- Intercept Depth
- 20.8 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH054:88-100
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345080
- Northing
- 6920862
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -47 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This strong-grade intercept over a moderate width adds to the overall positive results from hole BRT-DDH054.
Positive factors
- Grade of 0.87% Cu is strong for an IOCG deposit.
Negative factors
- Intercept length of 12.0 m is moderate.
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“0.87”
Context: 12.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH060Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 0.34Grade Unit: %Intercept: 40.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH060
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.34
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 40.5 m
- From
- 70.5 m
- To
- 111 m
- Intercept Depth
- 70.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH060:70.5-111
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345229
- Northing
- 6920596
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows moderate copper mineralization over a good width, contributing to the overall resource potential.
Positive factors
- Intercept length of 40.5 m is strong, indicating good continuity.
Negative factors
- Grade of 0.34% Cu is moderate for an IOCG deposit, but close to the lower end of the range.
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“0.34”
Context: 40.5
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH060Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 1.2Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH060
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.2
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 3 m
- From
- 106 m
- To
- 109 m
- Intercept Depth
- 70.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH060:106-109
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345229
- Northing
- 6920596
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval, though narrow, indicates zones of stronger mineralization within the broader intercept.
Positive factors
- Grade of 1.20% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit.
Negative factors
- Intercept length of 3.0 m is narrow.
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“1.20”
Context: 3.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH060Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 0.21Grade Unit: %Intercept: 5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH060
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.21
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 5 m
- From
- 121 m
- To
- 126 m
- Intercept Depth
- 70.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH060:121-126
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345229
- Northing
- 6920596
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows very weak copper mineralization, providing minimal contribution to the overall resource.
Negative factors
- Grade of 0.21% Cu is weak for an IOCG deposit, barely above the cutoff grade.
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“0.21”
Context: 5.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH061Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 0.92Grade Unit: %Intercept: 49 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH061
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.92
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 49 m
- From
- 67 m
- To
- 116 m
- Intercept Depth
- 67 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH061:67-116
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 344954
- Northing
- 6921136
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This long, exceptional-grade intercept near surface is a strong positive result, contributing significantly to the project's resource potential.
Positive factors
- Grade of 0.92% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit.
- Intercept length of 49.0 m is continuous, indicating significant mineralization.
- Near-surface intercept (from 67.0 m) supports potential for open-pit mining.
Negative factors
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“0.92”
Context: 49.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH061Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 1.56Grade Unit: %Intercept: 8 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH061
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.56
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 8 m
- From
- 67 m
- To
- 75 m
- Intercept Depth
- 67 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH061:67-75
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 344954
- Northing
- 6921136
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval contributes positively to the overall mineralization in hole BRT-DDH061.
Positive factors
- Grade of 1.56% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit.
Negative factors
- Intercept length of 8.0 m is moderate.
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“1.56”
Context: 8.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH061Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 1.32Grade Unit: %Intercept: 17 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH061
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.32
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 17 m
- From
- 95 m
- To
- 112 m
- Intercept Depth
- 67 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH061:95-112
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 344954
- Northing
- 6921136
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This strong, high-grade sub-interval further enhances the positive results from hole BRT-DDH061.
Positive factors
- Grade of 1.32% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit.
- Intercept length of 17.0 m is strong, indicating good continuity.
Negative factors
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“1.32”
Context: 17.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH062Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 0.74Grade Unit: %Intercept: 76 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH062
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.74
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 76 m
- From
- 69 m
- To
- 145 m
- Intercept Depth
- 69 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH062:69-145
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345228
- Northing
- 6920649
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -56 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This long, strong-grade intercept near surface is a highly positive result, supporting the project's bulk tonnage potential.
Positive factors
- Grade of 0.74% Cu is strong for an IOCG deposit.
- Intercept length of 76.0 m is continuous, indicating significant mineralization.
- Near-surface intercept (from 69.0 m) supports potential for open-pit mining.
Negative factors
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“0.74”
Context: 76.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH062Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 1.08Grade Unit: %Intercept: 50 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH062
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.08
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 50 m
- From
- 92 m
- To
- 142 m
- Intercept Depth
- 69 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH062:92-142
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345228
- Northing
- 6920649
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -56 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This long, high-grade sub-interval further enhances the positive results from hole BRT-DDH062.
Positive factors
- Grade of 1.08% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit.
- Intercept length of 50.0 m is continuous, indicating significant mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“1.08”
Context: 50.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH062Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 3.62Grade Unit: %Intercept: 13 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH062
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.62
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 13 m
- From
- 106 m
- To
- 119 m
- Intercept Depth
- 69 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH062:106-119
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345228
- Northing
- 6920649
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -56 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval is a very strong result, contributing significantly to the overall positive interpretation of hole BRT-DDH062.
Positive factors
- Grade of 3.62% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit, representing a bonanza intercept.
- Intercept length of 13.0 m is moderate, adding to the overall high-grade zone.
Negative factors
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“3.62”
Context: 13.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH063Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: %Intercept: 85.4 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH063
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.4
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 85.4 m
- From
- 67.6 m
- To
- 153 m
- Intercept Depth
- 67.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH063:67.6-153
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345207
- Northing
- 6920694
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -64 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This long intercept shows moderate copper mineralization, contributing to the overall resource potential.
Positive factors
- Intercept length of 85.4 m is continuous, indicating significant mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade of 0.40% Cu is moderate for an IOCG deposit, but on the lower end.
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“0.40”
Context: 85.4
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH063Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 0.83Grade Unit: %Intercept: 27 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH063
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.83
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 27 m
- From
- 105 m
- To
- 132 m
- Intercept Depth
- 67.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH063:105-132
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345207
- Northing
- 6920694
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -64 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This strong-grade sub-interval over a good width adds to the overall positive results from hole BRT-DDH063.
Positive factors
- Grade of 0.83% Cu is strong for an IOCG deposit.
- Intercept length of 27.0 m is strong, indicating good continuity.
Negative factors
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“0.83”
Context: 27.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH064Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 0.39Grade Unit: %Intercept: 70.08 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH064
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.39
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 70.08 m
- From
- 68.92 m
- To
- 139 m
- Intercept Depth
- 68.92 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH064:68.92-139
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345179
- Northing
- 6920738
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -47 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This long intercept shows moderate copper mineralization, contributing to the overall resource potential.
Positive factors
- Intercept length of 70.08 m is continuous, indicating significant mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade of 0.39% Cu is moderate for an IOCG deposit, but on the lower end.
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“0.39”
Context: 70.08
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH065Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 0.32Grade Unit: %Intercept: 36.65 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH065
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.32
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 36.65 m
- From
- 72.35 m
- To
- 109 m
- Intercept Depth
- 72.35 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH065:72.35-109
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345207
- Northing
- 6920694
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -47 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows moderate copper mineralization over a good width, contributing to the overall resource potential.
Positive factors
- Intercept length of 36.65 m is strong, indicating good continuity.
Negative factors
- Grade of 0.32% Cu is moderate for an IOCG deposit, but close to the lower end of the range.
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“0.32”
Context: 36.65
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH065Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 0.56Grade Unit: %Intercept: 12 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH065
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.56
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 12 m
- From
- 90 m
- To
- 102 m
- Intercept Depth
- 72.35 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH065:90-102
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 345207
- Northing
- 6920694
- CRS
- WGS 84 / UTM zone 19S
- EPSG
- 32719
- Azimuth
- 250 °
- Dip
- -47 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This strong-grade sub-interval over a moderate width adds to the overall positive results from hole BRT-DDH065.
Positive factors
- Grade of 0.56% Cu is strong for an IOCG deposit.
Negative factors
- Intercept length of 12.0 m is moderate.
- True width is estimated to be 80-90% of apparent thickness, but not explicitly stated.
Evidence · table
“0.56”
Context: 12.0
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH022Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 1.94Grade Unit: %Intercept: 110 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH022
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.94
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 110 m
- From
- 62 m
- To
- 172 m
- Intercept Depth
- 62 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH022:62-172
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2025-06-06T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical intercept shows exceptional copper grade over a very long width, providing strong context for the current drilling program and indicating the project's high potential.
Positive factors
- Grade of 1.94% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit.
- Intercept length of 110.0 m is continuous, indicating significant mineralization.
- Near-surface intercept (from 62.0 m) supports potential for open-pit mining.
Negative factors
- This is a historical result, not new information in this release.
Evidence · text
“Drill hole BRT-DDH022 was reported on June 6, 2025 ( here ) and returned 110 metres at 1.94% Cu from 62 m”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Stale Data Re-releasenegative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH022Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 3.06Grade Unit: %Intercept: 58 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH022
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.06
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 58 m
- From
- 97 m
- To
- 155 m
- Intercept Depth
- 62 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH022:97-155
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2025-06-06T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical high-grade sub-interval further demonstrates the project's strong copper potential and provides context for current drilling.
Positive factors
- Grade of 3.06% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit, representing a bonanza intercept.
- Intercept length of 58.0 m is continuous, indicating significant mineralization.
Negative factors
- This is a historical result, not new information in this release.
Evidence · text
“including 58 m at 3.06% Cu from 97 metres”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Stale Data Re-releasenegative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH059Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 1.7Grade Unit: %Intercept: 78 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH059
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.7
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 78 m
- From
- 58 m
- To
- 136 m
- Intercept Depth
- 58 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH059:58-136
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical intercept shows exceptional copper grade over a very long width, providing strong context for the current drilling program and indicating the project's high potential.
Positive factors
- Grade of 1.70% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit.
- Intercept length of 78.0 m is continuous, indicating significant mineralization.
- Very shallow intercept (from 58.0 m) supports potential for open-pit mining.
Negative factors
- This is a historical result, not new information in this release.
Evidence · text
“Drill hole BRT-DDH059 was reported on May 13, 2026 ( here ) and returned 78.0 metres at 1.70% Cu from 58 metres”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Stale Data Re-releasenegative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
BRT-DDH059Buen Retiro · copperGrade: 3.02Grade Unit: %Intercept: 40 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BRT-DDH059
- Project
- Buen Retiro
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- FTZ
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.02
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 40 m
- From
- 92 m
- To
- 132 m
- Intercept Depth
- 58 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- iocg
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BRT-DDH059:92-132
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global and SGS Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2026-05-13T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-29T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical high-grade sub-interval further demonstrates the project's strong copper potential and provides context for current drilling.
Positive factors
- Grade of 3.02% Cu is exceptional for an IOCG deposit, representing a bonanza intercept.
- Intercept length of 40.0 m is strong, indicating significant mineralization.
Negative factors
- This is a historical result, not new information in this release.
Evidence · text
“including 40.0 metres at 3.02% Cu from 92 metres”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Stale Data Re-releasenegative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
How Atlas produces this analysis
Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.