St. Augustine Announces Positive Results of the Kingking Copper-Gold Project Updated Preliminary Feasibility Study

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Company
St. Augustine Gold and Copper Limited
Ticker
SAU
Exchange
TSX
Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Primary commodity
Copper
Secondary commodities
Gold
Document categories
Resource update, Production, Metallurgy
Extracted
2026-09-12 23:21:14 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

St. Augustine Gold and Copper Limited announced positive results from an updated Preliminary Feasibility Study (PFS) for its Kingking Copper-Gold Project in the Philippines. The study outlines a large-scale open pit operation with a 38-year mine life, featuring a Proven and Probable reserve of 960 million tonnes. Key financial indicators include an after-tax NPV of $4.18 billion and an IRR of 34.2%, with low C1 cash costs of $0.32 per pound of copper net of gold credits.

Reasoning: The updated Preliminary Feasibility Study for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project demonstrates robust economics with a substantial Proven and Probable reserve, strong financial returns, and low operating costs, providing a solid foundation for project advancement despite a lapsed processing permit.

Positive factors

  • Robust financial metrics (NPV, IRR)
  • Large Proven and Probable reserve base
  • Low C1 cash costs
  • Long mine life (38 years)
  • NI 43-101 compliant study
  • Material regulatory approvals in place

Negative factors

  • Mineral Processing Permit is currently lapsed

Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.

Facts used in scoring: 57

Classification and evidence

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: The document reports 'Proven Mineral Reserve' for both milling and leaching operations, indicating a high level of confidence in the economic viability of these reserves.

Evidence · table

“Proven Mineral Reserve:”

Context: 142.3

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: The document reports 'Probable Mineral Reserve' for both milling and leaching operations, indicating a reasonable level of confidence in the economic viability of these reserves.

Evidence · table

“Probable Mineral Reserve:”

Context: 706.5

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 'NATIONAL INSTRUMENT 43-101 COMPLIANCE' section lists multiple Qualified Persons who have reviewed and approved the scientific, technical, and economic information.

Evidence · text

“The following Qualified Persons under National Instrument 43-101 ("NI 43-101") have reviewed and approved of the scientific, technical and economic information contained in this news release: Daniel Roth, PE, P.Eng. and Benjamin Bermudez, PE of M3 Engineering & Technology Corp., Art S. Ibrado, PE of Fort Lowell Consulting, Michael G. Hester, FAusIMM of Independent Mining Consultants, Inc., Donald Earnest, P.Geo., SME-RM of Resource Evaluation Inc., and John G. Aronson, SME, CEP of ESG Resiliency Plus, LLC.”

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

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

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that the PFS was prepared in compliance with National Instrument 43-101.

Evidence · text

“NATIONAL INSTRUMENT 43-101 COMPLIANCE”

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: The entire document is an announcement of the results of an updated Preliminary Feasibility Study (PFS).

Evidence · text

“St. Augustine Announces Positive Results of the Kingking Copper-Gold Project Updated Preliminary Feasibility Study”

High Recoverypositive

Recovery at or above the exceptional band for the commodity and processing route.

Why it applies: The expected heap leaching copper recovery of 79% is strong for this processing route, falling within the strong band for heap leach copper.

Evidence · text

“Heap leaching copper recovery by SX-EW is expected to be 79%.”

Low Recoverynegative

Recovery below the weak band for the commodity and processing route.

Why it applies: The expected milling gold recovery of 72% is below the moderate band for mill processing, indicating a weaker recovery for this commodity and route.

Evidence · text

“Milling gold recovery is expected to be 72% through a combination of intensive leaching of gravity concentrate (20%) and froth flotation (52%).”

Mill Routeneutral

Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).

Why it applies: The document details processing via a concentrator at 60,000 tpd, including crushing, grinding, gravity concentration, and flotation.

Evidence · text

“Higher-grade oxide dominant ore containing above cutoff grade gold and all sulfide ore will be treated in a concentrator at 60,000 tpd. The concentrator process will consist of crushing, grinding, gravity concentration of free gold, and flotation of sulfide copper and gold to concentrate.”

Heap Leach Routeneutral

Processing via heap leach — lower CAPEX and OPEX, lower recovery expected.

Why it applies: The document describes processing via a heap leach at 40,000 tpd, consisting of crushing, agglomeration, and leaching utilizing on-off cells.

Evidence · text

“Oxide ore containing little or no gold, below cutoff grade, will be treated in a heap leach at 40,000 tpd. The heap leach process will consist of crushing, agglomeration, and leaching utilizing on-off cells.”

Gravity Routeneutral

Gravity separation forms a material part of the flowsheet.

Why it applies: the document describes a gravity route ("gravity")

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 57. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Resource Estimates (54)

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 142300000Grade: 0.33Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 1037Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:be15d2c8d53bb0f53bf3
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
142300000
Grade
0.33
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
1037
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.33”

Context: 142.3

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 142300000Grade: 0.12Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:be15d2c8d53bb0f53bf3
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
142300000
Grade
0.12
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.12”

Context: 142.3

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 142300000Grade: 0.49Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 2253Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:be15d2c8d53bb0f53bf3
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
142300000
Grade
0.49
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
2253
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.49”

Context: 142.3

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 45400000Grade: 0.52Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 516Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:455f1f0db2539e5aa929
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
oxide

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
45400000
Grade
0.52
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
516
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.52”

Context: 45.4

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 45400000Grade: 0.3Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:455f1f0db2539e5aa929
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
oxide

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
45400000
Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.30”

Context: 45.4

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 45400000Grade: 0.71Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 1033Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:455f1f0db2539e5aa929
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
oxide

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
45400000
Grade
0.71
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
1033
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.71”

Context: 45.4

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 76500000Grade: 0.26Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 444Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:01babbf2329191fedad2
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
76500000
Grade
0.26
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
444
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.26”

Context: 76.5

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 76500000Grade: 0.04Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:01babbf2329191fedad2
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
76500000
Grade
0.04
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.04”

Context: 76.5

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 76500000Grade: 0.45Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 1117Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:01babbf2329191fedad2
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
76500000
Grade
0.45
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
1117
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.45”

Context: 76.5

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 20400000Grade: 0.17Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 78Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:fe1d721b74b22c076556
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
stockpile

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
20400000
Grade
0.17
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
78
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.17”

Context: 20.4

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 20400000Grade: 0.02Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:fe1d721b74b22c076556
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
stockpile

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
20400000
Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: 20.4

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 20400000Grade: 0.16Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 103Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:fe1d721b74b22c076556
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
stockpile

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
20400000
Grade
0.16
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
103
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.16”

Context: 20.4

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 706500000Grade: 0.24Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 3803Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:9a812aea9ec116b047fc
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
706500000
Grade
0.24
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
3803
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.24”

Context: 706.5

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 706500000Grade: 0.04Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:9a812aea9ec116b047fc
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
706500000
Grade
0.04
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.04”

Context: 706.5

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 706500000Grade: 0.33Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 7519Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:9a812aea9ec116b047fc
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
706500000
Grade
0.33
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
7519
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.33”

Context: 706.5

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 52000000Grade: 0.36Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 412Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:dcadfc70995de2a49c33
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
oxide

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
52000000
Grade
0.36
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
412
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.36”

Context: 52.0

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 52000000Grade: 0.21Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:dcadfc70995de2a49c33
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
oxide

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
52000000
Grade
0.21
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.21”

Context: 52.0

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 52000000Grade: 0.59Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 986Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:dcadfc70995de2a49c33
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
oxide

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
52000000
Grade
0.59
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
986
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.59”

Context: 52.0

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 499700000Grade: 0.25Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 2776Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:37e00184b64708c1e79c
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
499700000
Grade
0.25
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
2776
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.25”

Context: 499.7

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 499700000Grade: 0.03Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:37e00184b64708c1e79c
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
499700000
Grade
0.03
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.03”

Context: 499.7

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 499700000Grade: 0.36Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 5751Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:37e00184b64708c1e79c
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
499700000
Grade
0.36
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
5751
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.36”

Context: 499.7

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 154900000Grade: 0.18Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 615Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:40c7a919e83da4736f7a
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
stockpile

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
154900000
Grade
0.18
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
615
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.18”

Context: 154.9

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 154900000Grade: 0.02Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:40c7a919e83da4736f7a
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
stockpile

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
154900000
Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: 154.9

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 154900000Grade: 0.16Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 782Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:40c7a919e83da4736f7a
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
stockpile

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
154900000
Grade
0.16
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
782
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.16”

Context: 154.9

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 848900000Grade: 0.26Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 4840Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:5bb68a2fb68ef5884bb2
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
848900000
Grade
0.26
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
4840
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

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

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off
  • Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.26”

Context: 848.9

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 848900000Grade: 0.06Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:5bb68a2fb68ef5884bb2
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
848900000
Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off
  • Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 848.9

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 848900000Grade: 0.36Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 9771Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:5bb68a2fb68ef5884bb2
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
848900000
Grade
0.36
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
9771
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off
  • Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed

Evidence · table

“0.36”

Context: 848.9

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 97400000Grade: 0.43Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 928Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:6adc62d9638f394fd3bc
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
oxide

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
97400000
Grade
0.43
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
928
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.43”

Context: 97.4

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 97400000Grade: 0.25Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:6adc62d9638f394fd3bc
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
oxide

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
97400000
Grade
0.25
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.25”

Context: 97.4

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 97400000Grade: 0.64Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 2018Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:6adc62d9638f394fd3bc
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
oxide

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
97400000
Grade
0.64
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
2018
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.64”

Context: 97.4

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 576200000Grade: 0.25Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 3220Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:b48c8d0e15fbdfd0f33e
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
576200000
Grade
0.25
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
3220
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.25”

Context: 576.2

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 576200000Grade: 0.03Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:b48c8d0e15fbdfd0f33e
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
576200000
Grade
0.03
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.03”

Context: 576.2

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 576200000Grade: 0.37Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 6868Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:b48c8d0e15fbdfd0f33e
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
576200000
Grade
0.37
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
6868
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.37”

Context: 576.2

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 175300000Grade: 0.18Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 692Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:79ec2e2c1bb203f54fb9
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
stockpile

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
175300000
Grade
0.18
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
692
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.18”

Context: 175.3

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 175300000Grade: 0.02Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:79ec2e2c1bb203f54fb9
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
stockpile

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
175300000
Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: 175.3

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 175300000Grade: 0.16Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 885Contained Unit: kozView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:79ec2e2c1bb203f54fb9
Deposit or zone
Milling
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
stockpile

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
175300000
Grade
0.16
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
885
Contained Unit
koz

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.16”

Context: 175.3

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 50200000Grade: 0.25Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 275Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:6c73885767c9d82c6297
Deposit or zone
Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
50200000
Grade
0.25
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
275
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.25”

Context: 50.2

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 50200000Grade: 0.16Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:6c73885767c9d82c6297
Deposit or zone
Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
50200000
Grade
0.16
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.16”

Context: 50.2

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 50200000View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:6c73885767c9d82c6297
Deposit or zone
Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
50200000

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“N.A.”

Context: 50.2

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 60400000Grade: 0.21Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 280Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:13d01b3e1f0d083aff9c
Deposit or zone
Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
60400000
Grade
0.21
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
280
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.21”

Context: 60.4

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 60400000Grade: 0.12Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:13d01b3e1f0d083aff9c
Deposit or zone
Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
60400000
Grade
0.12
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.12”

Context: 60.4

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 60400000View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:13d01b3e1f0d083aff9c
Deposit or zone
Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
60400000

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“N.A.”

Context: 60.4

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 110500000Grade: 0.23Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 555Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:a827534b2efe9d600dd4
Deposit or zone
Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
110500000
Grade
0.23
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
555
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.23”

Context: 110.5

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 110500000Grade: 0.14Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:a827534b2efe9d600dd4
Deposit or zone
Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
110500000
Grade
0.14
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.14”

Context: 110.5

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 110500000View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:a827534b2efe9d600dd4
Deposit or zone
Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
110500000

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“N.A.”

Context: 110.5

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 959400000Grade: 0.26Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 5396Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:ada87a3426a1fa51ed8b
Deposit or zone
Milling and Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
959400000
Grade
0.26
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
5396
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.26”

Context: 959.4

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 959400000Grade: 0.06Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:ada87a3426a1fa51ed8b
Deposit or zone
Milling and Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
959400000
Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 959.4

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 959400000View all details
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Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:ada87a3426a1fa51ed8b
Deposit or zone
Milling and Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
959400000

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven/Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven/Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“N.A.”

Context: 959.4

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 192500000Grade: 0.31Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 1312Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:3ad72f12c3b9947f1f8b
Deposit or zone
Milling and Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
192500000
Grade
0.31
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
1312
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.31”

Context: 192.5

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 192500000Grade: 0.13Grade Unit: %View all details
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Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:3ad72f12c3b9947f1f8b
Deposit or zone
Milling and Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
192500000
Grade
0.13
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.13”

Context: 192.5

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

provenKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 192500000View all details
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Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:3ad72f12c3b9947f1f8b
Deposit or zone
Milling and Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
proven
Tonnes
192500000

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Proven reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Proven reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“N.A.”

Context: 192.5

Tags used in scoring

Proven Reservepositive

Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "proven"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 766900000Grade: 0.24Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 4083Contained Unit: mlbsView all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:77416a13a2b31418af0c
Deposit or zone
Milling and Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
766900000
Grade
0.24
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
4083
Contained Unit
mlbs

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.24”

Context: 766.9

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperTonnes: 766900000Grade: 0.05Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:77416a13a2b31418af0c
Deposit or zone
Milling and Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
766900000
Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 766.9

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

probableKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldTonnes: 766900000View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Resource scope

Estimate type
reserve
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Daniel Roth, Benjamin Bermudez, Art S. Ibrado, Michael G. Hester, Donald Earnest, John G. Aronson
Resource group id
resource:77416a13a2b31418af0c
Deposit or zone
Milling and Leaching
Mining method
open_pit

Resource Data

Category
probable
Tonnes
766900000

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2025-07-31

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The updated PFS outlines a substantial Probable reserve for the Kingking Copper-Gold Project, providing a strong foundation for future development.

Positive factors

  • Large Probable reserve base
  • NI 43-101 compliant
  • Multiple Qualified Persons signed off

Evidence · table

“N.A.”

Context: 766.9

Tags used in scoring

Probable Reservepositive

Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.

Why it applies: category is "probable"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was 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

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

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

DFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.

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

Metallurgical Results (3)

flotationKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperRecovery: 85 %View all details
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Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Test Work

Program Status
detailed
Test Type
flotation
Processing Route
SX-EW and conventional froth flotation

Recovery

Recovery
85 %
Recovery Basis
actual_test

Lab

Laboratory
M3 Engineering & Technology Corporation
Consultant
M3 Engineering & Technology Corporation

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The expected milling copper recovery of 85% is a moderate result for a flotation-based process, contributing positively to project economics.

Positive factors

  • Expected recovery is within moderate range for flotation
  • PFS-level study provides high confidence

Evidence · text

“Milling copper recoveries of 85% are expected to be achieved through a combination of solvent extraction and electrowinning ("SX/EW", 23%) and conventional froth flotation (62%).”

Tags used in scoring

Mill Routeneutral

Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).

Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal

Byproduct Commodityneutral

The tested commodity is a byproduct rather than the primary economic driver.

Why it applies: the release describes a byproduct credit

flotationKingking Copper-Gold Project · goldRecovery: 72 %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
gold
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Test Work

Program Status
detailed
Test Type
flotation
Processing Route
intensive leaching of gravity concentrate and froth flotation

Recovery

Recovery
72 %
Recovery Basis
actual_test

Lab

Laboratory
M3 Engineering & Technology Corporation
Consultant
M3 Engineering & Technology Corporation

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The expected milling gold recovery of 72% is a weak result for a mill-based process, indicating potential for optimization.

Positive factors

  • PFS-level study provides high confidence

Negative factors

  • Expected recovery is below moderate range for mill processing

Evidence · text

“Milling gold recovery is expected to be 72% through a combination of intensive leaching of gravity concentrate (20%) and froth flotation (52%).”

Tags used in scoring

Mill Routeneutral

Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).

Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal

Gravity Routeneutral

Gravity separation forms a material part of the flowsheet.

Why it applies: processing_route matches the gravity signal

Low Recoverynegative

Recovery below the weak band for the commodity and processing route.

Why it applies: 72% is below the weak band (80%)

Byproduct Commodityneutral

The tested commodity is a byproduct rather than the primary economic driver.

Why it applies: the release describes a byproduct credit

heap leachKingking Copper-Gold Project · copperRecovery: 79 %View all details
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Identity

Project
Kingking Copper-Gold Project
Commodity
copper
Region
philippines
Reported Region
Pantukan, Davao de Oro, Philippines
Ticker
SAU

Test Work

Program Status
detailed
Test Type
heap leach
Processing Route
heap leaching copper recovery by SX-EW

Recovery

Recovery
79 %
Recovery Basis
actual_test

Lab

Laboratory
M3 Engineering & Technology Corporation
Consultant
M3 Engineering & Technology Corporation

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The expected heap leaching copper recovery of 79% is a strong result for this processing route, positively impacting project economics.

Positive factors

  • Expected recovery is strong for heap leach process
  • PFS-level study provides high confidence

Evidence · text

“Heap leaching copper recovery by SX-EW is expected to be 79%.”

Tags used in scoring

Heap Leach Routeneutral

Processing via heap leach — lower CAPEX and OPEX, lower recovery expected.

Why it applies: processing_route matches the heap_leach signal

Byproduct Commodityneutral

The tested commodity is a byproduct rather than the primary economic driver.

Why it applies: the release describes a byproduct credit

How Atlas produces this analysis

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