Trigon Metals Kicks Off Drilling in Morocco's Emerging Silver Belt

TORONTO, ON – March 03, 2026 – In a significant move that underscores a major strategic shift, Canadian explorer Trigon Metals Inc. has mobilized equipment for its inaugural drilling campaign at the Addana Project in southern Morocco. The campaign represents the first concrete step in the company's plan to unlock what it believes is a region with high potential for near-surface silver, a metal seeing soaring demand from the global energy transition.

This initial program, which will see twelve diamond drill holes sunk for a total of up to 2,100 metres, marks a pivotal moment for Trigon. The company is betting that the historic, small-scale artisanal mining in the region is just the tip of the iceberg, pointing toward a more substantial polymetallic deposit at depth. The results will be closely watched by a market hungry for new, ethically sourced mineral discoveries in stable jurisdictions.

A Strategic Pivot to Moroccan Silver

The mobilization at Addana is the culmination of a deliberate corporate restructuring for Trigon Metals. Over the past year, the company has sharpened its focus squarely on exploration, particularly the silver potential within Morocco. This strategy was financed by the sale of its interest in the Kombat Mine in Namibia, a deal that closed in late December 2025 and significantly bolstered the company's balance sheet.

Freed from the operational demands of a producing mine, Trigon is now redeploying its capital and expertise toward high-impact exploration. Underscoring this new direction, the company announced a proposed name change to "Safi Silver" in January, signaling to investors its firm commitment to becoming a key player in Morocco's burgeoning silver sector.

This drilling campaign is the first major test of that new strategy. By targeting both the Antenna Hill and Addana Southwest prospects within its extensive 112 km² land package, Trigon aims to quickly validate its geological models and demonstrate the project's potential to host an economically viable resource. The company has contracted local expert GeoSond Maroc to conduct the drilling, ensuring a blend of international standards and on-the-ground regional knowledge.

Unlocking the Potential of the Addana Project

Located in the mineral-rich Anti-Atlas mountains, the Addana Project lies in a geological setting that has long been recognized for its mineral wealth. The region is part of a belt known for hosting significant base and precious metal deposits. Trigon selected Addana as its flagship Moroccan project based on compelling evidence from historic artisanal workings and extensive surface sampling, which indicated the presence of high-grade silver-lead polymetallic veins near the surface.

The current drilling program is designed to move beyond surface-level understanding. With holes planned to reach depths of 150 to 200 metres, the campaign aims to test the continuity of these vein systems at depth and along strike. As outlined in the company’s plans from October 2025, the goal is to confirm the structural controls of the mineralization and gather crucial data to guide future, larger-scale drilling efforts.

Dr. Andreas Rompel, Trigon's Chief Exploration Officer, highlighted the program's objectives in a recent statement. “We are excited to turn the conceptual potential of Addana into real drill results,” he commented. “The structural setting and vein geometry suggest there is room to expand vertically and laterally, and this initial drilling campaign is designed to deliver key vectoring information and confidence in continuity at depth.”

Morocco's Growing Role as a Mining Hub

Trigon's investment in Addana is perfectly timed with Morocco's emergence as one of Africa's most attractive mining jurisdictions. The North African kingdom has made concerted efforts to attract foreign capital by establishing a clear and modern mining code, investing heavily in infrastructure, and maintaining political stability.

The Addana Project benefits directly from this environment. It is easily accessible via the paved Agadir–Tata highway, and the region has established infrastructure, including power and water, which dramatically reduces the logistical hurdles common in remote exploration. This “mining-friendly” stance is not just a slogan; it is a state-supported strategy to develop the nation's considerable mineral resources.

Morocco is already a major player in the global phosphate market, but its ambitions in precious metals are growing. The country is home to the Imiter mine, Africa's largest primary silver producer, which serves as a world-class example of the region's geological endowment. The success of Imiter provides a powerful precedent, suggesting that the Anti-Atlas mountains could host other significant silver deposits. Trigon’s work at Addana is a key test of this thesis, and a successful discovery could pave the way for a new wave of investment in the country's silver sector.

Silver's Surging Demand in the Green Economy

The exploration work at Addana is not happening in a vacuum. It is set against a backdrop of powerful global trends that have made silver one of the most critical commodities for the 21st century. While long valued as a precious metal for investment and jewelry, silver's industrial role is now its most significant demand driver.

Its unparalleled electrical and thermal conductivity makes it an irreplaceable component in a vast array of modern technologies. More importantly, silver is essential to the green energy transition. It is a key ingredient in the production of photovoltaic cells for solar panels and is used extensively in electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, and 5G networks. As governments and corporations worldwide accelerate their decarbonization efforts, the demand for silver is projected to climb steeply.

This creates a pressing need for new sources of supply. Analysts forecast a potential structural deficit in the silver market, where demand consistently outpaces what can be produced from existing mines and recycling. Exploration projects like Addana are therefore not just a corporate venture; they are a critical part of the global supply chain needed to build a sustainable future. A discovery in a stable and responsible jurisdiction like Morocco would be a welcome development for industries reliant on a steady supply of this vital metal. The results from these initial twelve holes could therefore be the first chapter in a new story for both the company and Morocco's mineral-rich landscape.