Miata Metals Hits Visible Gold in Early Drilling at Sela Creek
Event summary
- Miata Metals completed the first four holes of its 25,000-metre drill program at Sela Creek, Suriname.
- Visible gold observed in two of the initial drill holes, within intervals of dense veining and elevated sulphide content.
- 2026 program aims to expand Jon’s Trend gold system and test multiple high-priority exploration targets.
- Drilling guided by refined structural framework with a 100% hit rate at Jon’s Trend.
- Initial targets supported by high gold grades in chip samples, including 44.64 g/t gold at Big Berg.
The big picture
Miata’s aggressive 2026 drill campaign reflects a strategic shift from discovery to scale, leveraging refined structural targeting to unlock multi-zone growth at Sela Creek. The program’s success could position the project as a significant gold development asset in Suriname’s emerging mining sector, where structural controls and artisanal mining activity provide a strong exploration foundation.
What we're watching
- Execution Risk
- Whether Miata can sustain early success with visible gold across the broader 25,000-metre program.
- Resource Scale
- The pace at which Jon’s Trend can be expanded to demonstrate economic viability.
- Discovery Potential
- How effectively Miata can translate structural insights into new high-grade discoveries at targets like Big Berg and Puma.
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