Our endeavour is to locate commercially viable concentrations of minerals. It begins with identifying potential areas that are likely to contain mineral deposits through geological mapping, geophysical surveys, and geochemical testing. Our Exploration Geologists study rock formations, soil samples, and satellite imagery to identify promising regions. Once potential deposits are identified, exploratory drilling is often used to collect samples and assess the size, quality, and composition of the minerals present. This stage is critical because it determines whether further investment and development of a mine site is economically feasible.
As the first step in the mining lifecycle, this mineral exploration requires specialized knowledge in geology, geochemistry, and geophysics, along with advanced technologies like remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS), and that is where our group of highly skilled professionals come in. The process is highly technical, with significant financial and environmental risks, but it is essential for discovering new mineral resources needed for industrial applications, energy production, and technological development. In recent times, sustainability has become a key consideration in exploration, with increased attention to minimizing environmental impacts and involving local communities early in the process.