VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Maxus Mining Inc. is pleased to outline its planned 2026 exploration program at the Alturas West Project, located in British Columbia, Canada. The Company will execute the first-ever drill program at the historic Alps-Alturas Antimony Mine, following up on over 95 tonnes of historical production averaging 57.2% antimony.
2026 Exploration Program Highlights
The 2026 Program at Alturas West is designed to systematically advance high-priority targets through a combination of drilling, surface exploration, and early-stage metallurgical evaluation. Up to 2,000 metres of diamond drilling is planned to test high-priority exploration targets and expand the known historical zones of antimony mineralization. Drill targets have been refined through the integration of newly acquired VTEM data, 2025 prospecting results, and 3D structural modeling. A comprehensive surface sampling program is planned to refine geological models and generate additional drill targets. Early-stage metallurgical testing, including ore-sorting studies, are planned to evaluate processing characteristics and potential cost optimization pathways.
Integration of VTEM Surveys to Enhance Targeting
Maxus has engaged Geotech Ltd. to complete a VTEM airborne electromagnetic survey across the Project. The Company plans to integrate VTEM results with historical datasets and recent fieldwork to refine drill targeting. The geophysical data is expected to improve the understanding of subsurface structures and conductive zones, supporting the identification and prioritization of high-quality drill targets ahead of the 2026 drill program.
In parallel, the Company is undertaking a regional airborne geophysical program to support targeting across the Project. “We are excited to advance Alturas West through a focused and disciplined exploration program in 2026,” commented Scott Walters, Chief Executive Officer of Maxus Mining. “With the addition of airborne geophysical surveys across our portfolio, we are strengthening our targeting pipeline and improving our ability to prioritize high-quality drill targets. At Alturas West, integrating geophysics with surface work, drilling, and early-stage metallurgical testing is a key step toward fast-tracking the Project toward development. By advancing metallurgical understanding early, we aim to accelerate the potential pathway to production and contribute to establishing a secure, domestic antimony supply for North America.”
