U.S. GoldMining Inc. has begun its 2026 exploration program at the Whistler Gold‑Copper Project in Alaska, targeting high‑priority targets identified from the company’s 2025 drilling campaign. The program is designed to expand district‑scale resources and test key prospects such as Mammoth, Snow Ridge, the Raintree area, Hotfoot, and Sunbowl.
The March 2026 Preliminary Economic Assessment projected an after‑tax net present value of approximately $2.0 billion and an internal rate of return of 33% at base‑case commodity prices. By validating these assumptions through new drilling, the company aims to advance toward pre‑feasibility studies and strengthen the economic case for the project.
The estimated capital cost to build the mine is $1.28 billion. The exploration program is a critical step in de‑risking the project, expanding resources, and supporting the company’s financing strategy for the upcoming development phase. U.S. GoldMining has no outstanding debt and maintains strong liquidity, although profitability remains limited, which is typical for an exploration‑stage company.
The Whistler Project covers roughly 53,700 acres and includes three gold‑copper porphyry deposits—Whistler, Raintree West, and Island Mountain. Existing infrastructure such as a base camp and gravel airstrip facilitates field operations. GoldMining Inc. holds a 74.2% stake in U.S. GoldMining, underscoring the parent company’s commitment to the project.
Successful drilling will de‑risk the project, expand its resource base, and provide the data needed to move from a preliminary economic assessment to a full pre‑feasibility study. The program builds on the strong economics outlined in the PEA and positions the company for the next stage of development, potentially accelerating financing and construction timelines.
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