# St. Augustine Announces Positive Results of the Kingking Copper-Gold Project Updated Preliminary Feasibility Study Canonical Atlas analysis: https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52 Original source: https://money.tmx.com/en/quote/SAU/news/8556031891903516/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda Publisher: tmx Original announcement: 2025-07-31T11:00:00.000Z Analysis by Minestarters Atlas Atlas analysis published: Unknown date Atlas analysis updated: Unknown date - 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 Narrative sentiment: 0.80 · Bullish ## Minestarters Atlas 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 factor: Robust financial metrics \(NPV, IRR\) - Positive factor: Large Proven and Probable reserve base - Positive factor: Low C1 cash costs - Positive factor: Long mine life \(38 years\) - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant study - Positive factor: Material regulatory approvals in place - Negative factor: 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 Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 Recovery** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Recovery** Polarity: negative Definition: 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 Route** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 Route** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 Route** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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) ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-0) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.33 Context: 142.3 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-1) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.12 Context: 142.3 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-2) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.49 Context: 142.3 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-3) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.52 Context: 45.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-4) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.30 Context: 45.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-5) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.71 Context: 45.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-6) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.26 Context: 76.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-7) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.04 Context: 76.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-8) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.45 Context: 76.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-9) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.17 Context: 20.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-10) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.02 Context: 20.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-11) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.16 Context: 20.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-12) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.24 Context: 706.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-13) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.04 Context: 706.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-14) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.33 Context: 706.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-15) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.36 Context: 52.0 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-16) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.21 Context: 52.0 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-17) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.59 Context: 52.0 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-18) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.25 Context: 499.7 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-19) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.03 Context: 499.7 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-20) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.36 Context: 499.7 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-21) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.18 Context: 154.9 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-22) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.02 Context: 154.9 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-23) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.16 Context: 154.9 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-24) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off - Positive factor: Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed Evidence · table > 0.26 Context: 848.9 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-25) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off - Positive factor: Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed Evidence · table > 0.06 Context: 848.9 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-26) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off - Positive factor: Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed Evidence · table > 0.36 Context: 848.9 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-27) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.43 Context: 97.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-28) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.25 Context: 97.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-29) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.64 Context: 97.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-30) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.25 Context: 576.2 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-31) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.03 Context: 576.2 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-32) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.37 Context: 576.2 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-33) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.18 Context: 175.3 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-34) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.02 Context: 175.3 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-35) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.16 Context: 175.3 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-36) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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: 0.25 - 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.25 Context: 50.2 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-37) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.16 Context: 50.2 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-38) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > N.A. Context: 50.2 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-39) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.21 Context: 60.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-40) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.12 Context: 60.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-41) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > N.A. Context: 60.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-42) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.23 Context: 110.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-43) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.14 Context: 110.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-44) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > N.A. Context: 110.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-45) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.26 Context: 959.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-46) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.06 Context: 959.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-47) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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: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 factor: Large Proven/Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > N.A. Context: 959.4 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-48) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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: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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.31 Context: 192.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-49) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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: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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.13 Context: 192.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### proven [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-50) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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: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 factor: Large Proven reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > N.A. Context: 192.5 #### Tags used in scoring **Proven Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "proven" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-51) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.24 Context: 766.9 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-52) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > 0.05 Context: 766.9 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 ### probable [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-resource-facts-53) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: Large Probable reserve base - Positive factor: NI 43-101 compliant - Positive factor: Multiple Qualified Persons signed off Evidence · table > N.A. Context: 766.9 #### Tags used in scoring **Probable Reserve** Polarity: positive Definition: Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors. Why it applies: category is "probable" **Cut-off Undisclosed** Polarity: negative Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing. Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated **QP/CP Signed** Polarity: positive Definition: 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 Compliant** Polarity: positive Definition: Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 \(Canada\) — high reporting standard. Why it applies: reporting\_standards includes ni\_43\_101 **No Contained Metal** Polarity: negative Definition: Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting. Why it applies: contained\_metal was not reported **PFS-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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-Supporting** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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) ### flotation [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-metallurgical-facts-54) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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: 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 factor: Expected recovery is within moderate range for flotation - Positive factor: 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 Route** Polarity: neutral Definition: Processing via mill or concentrator \(CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation\). Why it applies: processing\_route matches the flotation signal **Byproduct Commodity** Polarity: neutral Definition: The tested commodity is a byproduct rather than the primary economic driver. Why it applies: the release describes a byproduct credit ### flotation [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-metallurgical-facts-55) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · gold #### 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 factor: PFS-level study provides high confidence - Negative factor: 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 Route** Polarity: neutral Definition: Processing via mill or concentrator \(CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation\). Why it applies: processing\_route matches the flotation signal **Gravity Route** Polarity: neutral Definition: Gravity separation forms a material part of the flowsheet. Why it applies: processing\_route matches the gravity signal **Low Recovery** Polarity: negative Definition: Recovery below the weak band for the commodity and processing route. Why it applies: 72% is below the weak band \(80%\) **Byproduct Commodity** Polarity: neutral Definition: The tested commodity is a byproduct rather than the primary economic driver. Why it applies: the release describes a byproduct credit ### heap leach [Link to this fact](https://atlas-extractions.minestarters.com/news/st-augustine-announces-positive-results-of-the-kingking-copper-gold-project-upda--b1b43336-b452-4732-bec9-0fe9118c2f52#fact-metallurgical-facts-56) Kingking Copper-Gold Project · copper #### 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 factor: Expected recovery is strong for heap leach process - Positive factor: 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 Route** Polarity: neutral Definition: Processing via heap leach — lower CAPEX and OPEX, lower recovery expected. Why it applies: processing\_route matches the heap\_leach signal **Byproduct Commodity** Polarity: neutral Definition: 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 Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.