Dalaroo Metals (ASX:DAL) has begun geological field mapping at the Gold Ridge Gold Project in the Bondoukou region of Côte d’Ivoire.
This program is the company’s first phase of systematic exploration after conducting initial stakeholder engagement and mobilising to site.
The company is currently focused on conducting lithological and structural mapping, artisanal workings mapping, surface sampling, and drone-supported interpretation at Gold Ridge.
Within the Birimian belt, Dalaroo has identified structural corridors and widespread artisanal gold footprint from early field activities.
Artisanal gold workings are mapped to extend over 2km of strike from northwest to southeast.
CEO John Morgan says Gold Ridge has a “strong technical foundation” for exploration due to the widespread artisanal footprint and Birimian geology.
“Our approach in Côte d’Ivoire mirrors the disciplined methodology we apply across all Dalaroo projects — integrating detailed mapping, drone-supported interpretation, and surface geochemistry to efficiently prioritise drill targets and reduce exploration risk,” Morgan says.
“Establishing a dedicated field camp and completing high-resolution drone coverage allows us to operate safely and consistently while accelerating the pace of work.
“These early programs are already improving our geological understanding and positioning the company to advance toward drill testing in a systematic and cost-effective manner.”
Dalaroo Metals is a gold and critical minerals explorer, focused on advancing the Blue Lagoon Project in Greenland, gold assets in Côte d’Ivoire, and several assets in Western Australia.
Write to Maddison Elliott at Mining.com.au
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