gold exploration

SSR Mining (TSX: SSRM | NASDAQ: SSRM) has agreed to acquire Roxmore Resources (TSX: RM) for US$464 million in cash, adding the Converse gold project in Nevada, six kilometers from its Marigold Complex. The project contains 5.2 million ounces of Indicated and Inferred gold resources, with annual production projected at 150,000 to 170,000 ounces beginning in 2033. SSR Mining estimates initial capital costs of US$800 million to US$900 million and at least US$200 million in life-of-mine synergies. The transaction, expected to close in late 2026, strengthens SSR Mining’s US production platform and expands its long-term gold development pipeline. [more]

Maverick Gold and Silver Corporation (CSE: MAV) is advancing a portfolio of gold, silver, and copper exploration assets in Nevada and British Columbia. In an interview with eResearch, VP Exploration Ian Foreman outlined the company’s strategy at the Jericho and Gator projects in Nevada and the Silver Vista project in British Columbia. The discussion highlighted high-grade historical results, newly defined exploration trends, recent property expansion, and ongoing geophysical work. Foreman also reviewed permitting progress at Silver Vista and outlined the company’s goal of advancing all three projects toward drilling and additional exploration milestones through 2026. [more]