Copper Giant Expands Mocoa to 1.6 Billion Tonnes Inferred and Upgrades 290 Million Tonnes to Indicated

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Company
Copper Giant Resources Corp.
Ticker
CGNT.V
Exchange
Unavailable
Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Primary commodity
Copper
Secondary commodities
Molybdenum
Document categories
Resource update
Extracted
2026-10-14 13:49:54 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published:

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Copper Giant Resources Corp. announced an updated Mineral Resource Estimate for its Mocoa copper-molybdenum porphyry project in Colombia, effective September 24, 2026. The update includes Mocoa's first Indicated Mineral Resource of 290 million tonnes at 0.54% CuEq, containing 2.13 billion pounds of copper, and expands the Inferred Mineral Resource to 1.60 billion tonnes at 0.40% CuEq, containing 9.36 billion pounds of copper. Total contained copper has increased by approximately 50% since November 2025, and the estimate will support a Preliminary Economic Assessment to be filed in Q4 2026.

Reasoning: Copper Giant's updated MRE for Mocoa significantly expands the Inferred resource to 1.6 billion tonnes and establishes a first-time Indicated resource of 290 million tonnes, representing a substantial increase in contained copper and confidence. While the overall contained metal grew, the average grade at a comparable cut-off declined, indicating some dilutive growth. The estimate is NI 43-101 compliant and will support a Preliminary Economic Assessment.

Positive factors

  • Category Upgrade
  • Tonnage Growth
  • Contained Metal Growth
  • QP/CP Signed
  • NI 43-101 Compliant
  • Cut-off Disclosed
  • PEA-Supporting
  • First Mineral Resource below pit shell

Negative factors

  • Grade Decline
  • Dilutive Growth

Facts used in scoring: 20

Classification and evidence

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: The updated MRE includes Mocoa's first Indicated Mineral Resource of 290 million tonnes.

Evidence · text

“Mocoa's first Indicated Mineral Resource: 290 Mt at 0.54% CuEq*”

Category Upgradepositive

Resource confidence improved — Inferred upgraded to Indicated, or Indicated to Measured. De-risking signal.

Why it applies: The MRE classifies Indicated Mineral Resources at Mocoa for the first time, upgrading 290 million tonnes from a lower confidence category.

Evidence · text

“classifies Indicated Mineral Resources at Mocoa for the first time, expands the Inferred Mineral Resource to 1.60 billion tonnes ("Bt") and increases total contained copper by approximately 50% since last reported in November 2025.”

Tonnage Growthpositive

Significant tonnage increase (≥15%) vs prior estimate with grade maintained or improved.

Why it applies: The Inferred Mineral Resource has expanded to 1.60 billion tonnes.

Evidence · text

“expands the Inferred Mineral Resource to 1.60 billion tonnes ("Bt")”

Contained Metal Growthpositive

True scale improvement — contained metal ounces/tonnes increased vs prior, accounting for both tonnage and grade changes.

Why it applies: Total contained copper has increased by approximately 50% since November 2025.

Evidence · text

“increases total contained copper by approximately 50% since last reported in November 2025.”

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: The Mineral Resource Estimate was prepared by Warren Black, M.Sc., P.Geo., of APEX, an independent Qualified Person, and Edwin Naranjo Sierra, Vice-President of Exploration for Copper Giant, is the designated Qualified Person.

Evidence · text

“Warren Black, M.Sc., P.Geo., of APEX, the independent Qualified Person responsible for the Mineral Resource Estimate, has reviewed and approved the Mineral Resource disclosure contained in this news release. Mr. Black is not aware of any environmental, permitting, legal, title, taxation, socio-political, marketing, or other relevant factors that could materially affect the MRE.”

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: The MRE was prepared by APEX Geoscience Ltd. under National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“Prepared by APEX Geoscience Ltd. ("APEX") under National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects("NI 43-101")”

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: The MRE reports resources at 0.15% CuEq* and 0.40% CuEq* cut-offs, and provides sensitivity analysis across a range of cut-off grades.

Evidence · text

“reported at a 0.15% CuEq* cut-off within the conceptual pit shell and a 0.40% CuEq* cut-off below it (Table 1).”

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: The updated MRE is built to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) to be filed in Q4 2026.

Evidence · text

“The Preliminary Economic Assessment ("PEA"), the first assessment of Mocoa's development case, is built on this MRE and will be filed during the fourth quarter of 2026.”

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: A significant portion of the resource, 1.60 billion tonnes, remains in the Inferred category, which has a lower level of confidence.

Evidence · text

“Inferred Mineral Resources of 1.60 billion tonnes at 0.40% CuEq*”

Grade Declinenegative

Average grade dropped >5% vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.

Why it applies: At the common 0.25% CuEq* cut-off, the Inferred grade declined from 0.51% CuEq* in 2025 to 0.45% CuEq* in 2026.

Evidence · text

“The Inferred grade at that cut-off is 0.45% CuEq* against 0.51% CuEq* in 2025.”

Dilutive Growthnegative

Tonnage increased but contained metal flat or down — likely from lower cut-off grade, not geological expansion.

Why it applies: While tonnage increased, the average grade for the Inferred resource at a comparable cut-off declined, and the 2026 estimate is reported on a diluted basis, suggesting some dilutive growth.

Evidence · text

“The Inferred grade at that cut-off is 0.45% CuEq* against 0.51% CuEq* in 2025. The molybdenum grade moves with the same tonnage: at that cut-off the Inferred Mineral Resources grade 0.030% Mo in 1.13 Bt against 0.039% Mo in 1.12 Bt in 2025, and the Indicated Mineral Resources grade 0.041% Mo in a further 0.26 Bt. The 2026 estimate is reported on a diluted basis, from a 15 metre block model and within a larger conceptual pit shell than the 2025 estimate, so the molybdenum is reported over more tonnage.”

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: The document announces the results of an updated Mineral Resource Estimate for the Mocoa project.

Evidence · text

“Copper Giant is pleased to announce the results of an updated Mineral Resource Estimate ("MRE") for its 100%-owned Mocoa copper-molybdenum porphyry project”

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 20. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Resource Estimates (20)

indicatedMocoa · copperTonnes: 290000000Grade: 0.33Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 2.13Contained Unit: blbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Mocoa
Commodity
copper
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:fce79cda9cc562eb0ba9
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
290000000
Grade
0.33
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
2.13
Contained Unit
blbs
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.54
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is the first Indicated Mineral Resource for Mocoa, representing a significant upgrade in confidence for a substantial tonnage and contained copper, making it highly positive and novel.

Positive factors

  • Category Upgrade
  • Maiden Indicated Resource
  • Contained Metal Growth

Evidence · table

“0.33”

Context: 0.29

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedMocoa · molybdenumTonnes: 290000000Grade: 0.038Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 0.24Contained Unit: blbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Mocoa
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:fce79cda9cc562eb0ba9
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
290000000
Grade
0.038
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
0.24
Contained Unit
blbs
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.54
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The first Indicated Mineral Resource for molybdenum at Mocoa adds significant confidence to this byproduct metal, contributing positively to the project's overall value.

Positive factors

  • Category Upgrade
  • Maiden Indicated Resource

Evidence · table

“0.038”

Context: 0.29

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredMocoa · copperTonnes: 1480000000Grade: 0.26Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 8.46Contained Unit: blbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Mocoa
Commodity
copper
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:6469a699fd5b28384b90
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1480000000
Grade
0.26
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
8.46
Contained Unit
blbs
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.4
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The significant increase in Inferred tonnage and contained copper within the conceptual pit shell is positive, expanding the project's scale, though it remains in the lower confidence Inferred category.

Positive factors

  • Tonnage Growth
  • Contained Metal Growth

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource

Evidence · table

“0.26”

Context: 1.48

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredMocoa · molybdenumTonnes: 1480000000Grade: 0.025Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 0.82Contained Unit: blbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Mocoa
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:6469a699fd5b28384b90
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1480000000
Grade
0.025
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
0.82
Contained Unit
blbs
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.4
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The increased Inferred molybdenum resource within the pit shell contributes to the overall project scale, although it is a byproduct and in the lower confidence category.

Positive factors

  • Tonnage Growth

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource

Evidence · table

“0.025”

Context: 1.48

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredMocoa · copperTonnes: 120000000Grade: 0.34Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 0.9Contained Unit: blbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Mocoa
Commodity
copper
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:fd6d5f5614f9d931b535
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
120000000
Grade
0.34
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
0.9
Contained Unit
blbs
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.48
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The first reported Inferred Mineral Resource below the conceptual pit shell, identified within potentially mineable underground shapes, is a novel and positive development for future project optionality, despite being in the Inferred category.

Positive factors

  • First Mineral Resource below pit shell

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource

Evidence · table

“0.34”

Context: 0.12

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredMocoa · molybdenumTonnes: 120000000Grade: 0.025Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 0.07Contained Unit: blbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Mocoa
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:fd6d5f5614f9d931b535
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
120000000
Grade
0.025
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
0.07
Contained Unit
blbs
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.48
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The inclusion of molybdenum in the first underground Inferred resource provides additional value, highlighting potential for future extraction of this byproduct.

Positive factors

  • First Mineral Resource below pit shell

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource

Evidence · table

“0.025”

Context: 0.12

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedMocoa · copperTonnes: 290000000Grade: 0.33Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 2.13Contained Unit: blbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Mocoa
Commodity
copper
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:7324e9c57d239bbbffcf
Deposit or zone
Total
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
290000000
Grade
0.33
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
2.13
Contained Unit
blbs
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.54
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The total Indicated Mineral Resource represents a significant de-risking and confidence upgrade for the Mocoa project, establishing a solid foundation for future studies.

Positive factors

  • Category Upgrade
  • Maiden Indicated Resource
  • Contained Metal Growth

Evidence · table

“0.33”

Context: 0.29

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedMocoa · molybdenumTonnes: 290000000Grade: 0.038Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 0.24Contained Unit: blbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Mocoa
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:7324e9c57d239bbbffcf
Deposit or zone
Total
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
290000000
Grade
0.038
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
0.24
Contained Unit
blbs
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.54
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The total Indicated molybdenum resource provides a high-confidence estimate for this valuable byproduct, enhancing the overall project economics.

Positive factors

  • Category Upgrade
  • Maiden Indicated Resource

Evidence · table

“0.038”

Context: 0.29

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredMocoa · copperTonnes: 1600000000Grade: 0.27Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 9.36Contained Unit: blbsView all details
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Project
Mocoa
Commodity
copper
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:c92622b14b4dc8e070bd
Deposit or zone
Total
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1600000000
Grade
0.27
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
9.36
Contained Unit
blbs
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.4
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The total Inferred Mineral Resource shows significant tonnage and contained copper growth, expanding the overall scale of the Mocoa project. However, the lower average grade compared to the prior estimate at a comparable cut-off suggests some dilutive growth.

Positive factors

  • Tonnage Growth
  • Contained Metal Growth

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource
  • Dilutive Growth

Evidence · table

“0.27”

Context: 1.60

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredMocoa · molybdenumTonnes: 1600000000Grade: 0.025Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 0.89Contained Unit: blbsView all details
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Project
Mocoa
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:c92622b14b4dc8e070bd
Deposit or zone
Total
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1600000000
Grade
0.025
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
0.89
Contained Unit
blbs
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.4
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The total Inferred molybdenum resource shows significant growth, contributing to the overall project scale and potential byproduct revenue, despite being in the lower confidence category.

Positive factors

  • Tonnage Growth

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource

Evidence · table

“0.025”

Context: 1.60

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedMocoa · copperTonnes: 260000000Grade: 0.36Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 2.04Contained Unit: blbsView all details
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Project
Mocoa
Commodity
copper
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:6718e2c5973a526d79f9
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
260000000
Grade
0.36
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
2.04
Contained Unit
blbs
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.58
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The first Indicated Mineral Resource at the 0.25% CuEq cut-off represents a significant upgrade in confidence and contained copper, indicating strong de-risking for the project.

Positive factors

  • Category Upgrade
  • Maiden Indicated Resource
  • Contained Metal Growth

Evidence · table

“0.36”

Context: 0.26

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedMocoa · molybdenumTonnes: 260000000Grade: 0.041Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Mocoa
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:6718e2c5973a526d79f9
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
260000000
Grade
0.041
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.58
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The first Indicated molybdenum resource at this cut-off adds confidence to the byproduct potential, contributing positively to the project's overall value.

Positive factors

  • Category Upgrade
  • Maiden Indicated Resource

Evidence · table

“0.041”

Context: 0.26

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredMocoa · copperTonnes: 1130000000Grade: 0.29Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 7.29Contained Unit: blbsView all details
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Project
Mocoa
Commodity
copper
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:a1319eb284495ee3635e
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1130000000
Grade
0.29
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
7.29
Contained Unit
blbs
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24
Prior Tonnes
1120000000
Prior Grade
0.31
Prior Contained Metal
7.6

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.45
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: While tonnage slightly increased, the Inferred copper grade and contained metal at the 0.25% CuEq cut-off declined compared to the prior estimate, indicating a dilutive effect.

Positive factors

  • Tonnage Growth

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource
  • Grade Decline
  • Contained Metal Decline

Evidence · table

“0.29”

Context: 1.13

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Grade Declinenegative

Average grade dropped >5% vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.

Why it applies: 0.29 against 0.31 previously

Contained Metal Declinenegative

Contained metal decreased vs prior despite tonnage growth — grade dilution exceeds volume gain.

Why it applies: 7.29 against 7.6 previously

Dilutive Growthnegative

Tonnage increased but contained metal flat or down — likely from lower cut-off grade, not geological expansion.

Why it applies: tonnage rose while contained metal went 7.29 from 7.6

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredMocoa · molybdenumTonnes: 1130000000Grade: 0.03Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Mocoa
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:a1319eb284495ee3635e
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1130000000
Grade
0.03
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24
Prior Tonnes
1120000000
Prior Grade
0.039

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.45
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The Inferred molybdenum grade at the 0.25% CuEq cut-off declined significantly compared to the prior estimate, indicating a dilutive effect despite a slight tonnage increase.

Positive factors

  • Tonnage Growth

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource
  • Grade Decline

Evidence · table

“0.030”

Context: 1.13

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

Grade Declinenegative

Average grade dropped >5% vs prior estimate — deposit economics worsening. May indicate high-grading in early drilling.

Why it applies: 0.03 against 0.039 previously

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredMocoa · copperTonnes: 1120000000Grade: 0.31Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 7.6Contained Unit: blbsHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Project
Mocoa
Commodity
copper
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
Resource group id
resource:e154b0209a33e2b4e949
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1120000000
Grade
0.31
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
7.6
Contained Unit
blbs
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-11-01

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.51
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2025-11-01T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is a historical Inferred resource estimate from November 2025, re-reported for comparison purposes, and thus has no novelty.

Negative factors

  • Stale Data Re-release

Evidence · table

“0.31”

Context: 1.12

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredMocoa · molybdenumTonnes: 1120000000Grade: 0.039Grade Unit: %Historical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Project
Mocoa
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
Resource group id
resource:e154b0209a33e2b4e949
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1120000000
Grade
0.039
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-11-01

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.51
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2025-11-01T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is a historical Inferred resource estimate for molybdenum from November 2025, re-reported for comparison purposes, and thus has no novelty.

Negative factors

  • Stale Data Re-release

Evidence · table

“0.039”

Context: 1.12

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedMocoa · copperTonnes: 310000000Grade: 0.32Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Mocoa
Commodity
copper
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:15d077931065ceb0762d
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
310000000
Grade
0.32
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.51
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is the first Indicated Mineral Resource for Mocoa, representing a significant upgrade in confidence for a substantial tonnage and contained copper, making it highly positive and novel. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Category Upgrade
  • Maiden Indicated Resource
  • Contained Metal Growth

Evidence · table

“0.32”

Context: 0.31

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedMocoa · molybdenumTonnes: 310000000Grade: 0.036Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Mocoa
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:15d077931065ceb0762d
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
310000000
Grade
0.036
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.51
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is the first Indicated Mineral Resource for Mocoa, representing a significant upgrade in confidence for a substantial tonnage and contained copper, making it highly positive and novel. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Category Upgrade
  • Maiden Indicated Resource
  • Contained Metal Growth

Evidence · table

“0.036”

Context: 0.31

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredMocoa · copperTonnes: 1650000000Grade: 0.24Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Mocoa
Commodity
copper
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:ab6d882b64bfb91bb361
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1650000000
Grade
0.24
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.37
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The significant increase in Inferred tonnage and contained copper within the conceptual pit shell is positive, expanding the project's scale, though it remains in the lower confidence Inferred category. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Tonnage Growth
  • Contained Metal Growth

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource

Evidence · table

“0.24”

Context: 1.65

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

inferredMocoa · molybdenumTonnes: 1650000000Grade: 0.023Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Mocoa
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
colombia
Reported Region
Putumayo, Colombia
Ticker
CGNT.V

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2026-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Warren Black, Edwin Naranjo Sierra
Resource group id
resource:ab6d882b64bfb91bb361
Deposit or zone
Mocoa
Mining method
underground
Ownership percent
100 %

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
1650000000
Grade
0.023
Grade Unit
%
Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
% CuEq

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2026-09-24

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.37
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Lab

Laboratory
ActLabs

Location

CRS
WGS 1984 ensemble / UTM zone 18N
EPSG
32618
Loc. Confidence
medium

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-14T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The significant increase in Inferred tonnage and contained copper within the conceptual pit shell is positive, expanding the project's scale, though it remains in the lower confidence Inferred category. (Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.)

Positive factors

  • Tonnage Growth
  • Contained Metal Growth

Negative factors

  • Inferred Resource

Evidence · table

“0.023”

Context: 1.65

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

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.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

Resource Updateneutral

Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.

Why it applies: the release compares against a previous estimate

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

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.