Super Copper Announces Up to 5.0 g/t Gold Mineralization at the Castilla Project https://www.newswire.ca/news-releas...zation-at-the-castilla-project-802561147.html Super Copper Announces Up to 5.0 g/t Gold Mineralization at the Castilla Project News provided by Super Copper Corp. Oct 10, 2025, 09:22 ET Gold values of up to 5.0 grams per tonne (g/t) gold (Au) and up to 5.5% copper (Cu) have been obtained from historical rock grab samples. Gold mineralization is associated with quartz+carbonate veins with minor iron oxides and iron oxide-copper veins and related alteration identified during recent fieldwork. A total of 93 new rock samples have been collected in 2025 across priority zones for assay and geochemistry, with results expected in the coming weeks. The Company is expanding its surface program to further define the gold-copper relationship across multiple target areas at Castilla. VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 10, 2025 /CNW/ - SUPER COPPER CORP. (CSE: CUPR) (OTCQB: CUPPF) (FSE: N60) ("Super Copper" or the "Company"), is pleased to announce the identification of gold mineralization within at least two generations of quartz+carbonate veins and the copper-bearing iron oxide system at its Castilla Project in northern Chile. Photo: Quartz vein historical mine working at the Castilla Project, Chile. (CNW Group/Super Copper Corp.) Initial rock sampling from historical workings and outcrops in late 2023 returned up to 5.0 grams per tonne (g/t) gold and 5.5% copper, confirming that gold is spatially associated with quartz-carbonate veins and with copper mineralization in quartz–magnetite vein systems hosted by altered diorite intrusives. Zachary Dolesky, CEO of Super Copper, stated: "These early gold values are a significant addition to our exploration opportunity at Castilla. They confirm that our system carries both copper and precious metal potential, a key characteristic of some of Chile's most productive deposits. We're now expanding systematic sampling, with nearly 100 samples from Castilla already submitted for analysis to better define the scale and distribution of this gold-bearing system." The Castilla Project, encompassing approximately 7,200 hectares across 25 exploration concessions, hosts a series of magnetite-bearing veins and quartz+carbonate veins containing copper oxides, iron oxides, and minor sulphides. Fieldwork has confirmed multiple zones of surface oxidation, magnetite veining, and visible copper mineralization associated with structural corridors trending nearly north-south and northwest. A total of 93 rock samples have been collected to date from a number of priority targets zones for assay and geochemistry, with results expected in the coming weeks. Super Copper's ongoing work program includes detailed mapping, surface sampling, and ground magnetic surveys designed to integrate geological and geophysical data into a Phase I drill targeting model. Quality Assurance and Control Samples were analyzed at ALS Global Laboratories (Geochemistry Division) in Santiago, Chile (an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited facility). Duplicates, blanks and standard reference materials (SRMs) are inserted where required and deemed appropriate. A secure chain of custody is maintained in transporting and storing of all samples. Gold was assayed using a fire assay with atomic emission spectrometry and gravimetric finish when required (+10 g/t Au). Rock chip samples from outcrop/bedrock are selective by nature and may not be representative of the mineralization hosted on the project. QP Statement All scientific and technical information in this news release has been prepared by, or approved by Michael Dufresne, M.Sc., P.Geol., P.Geo. Mr. Dufresne is an independent qualified person (QP) for the purposes of National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. About Super Copper Corp. Super Copper is a mining exploration company focused on acquiring, advancing and consolidating global copper assets from early discovery through late-stage development. The company is currently advancing its copper projects in Atacama, Chile, a region with world-class infrastructure and the presence of global majors. By operating a single, integrated technical team and a milestone-driven acquisition strategy, Super Copper aims to build a portfolio of scalable projects capable of supplying the world's accelerating demand for copper. | www.supercopper.com
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1. Dual-Metal Upside: Gold and Copper in One System Super Copper’s recent exploration results at the Castilla Project in northern Chile position the company at the intersection of two of the most strategically important commodities in the world: gold and copper. The discovery of up to 5.0 g/t gold alongside 5.5% copper from historical rock grab samples is highly significant because it confirms that gold mineralization is genetically and spatially linked with the project’s copper-bearing vein systems. In global exploration, this type of gold-copper association is a hallmark of large, economically robust systems, notably the Iron Oxide Copper-Gold (IOCG) class of deposits. Chile hosts some of the world’s most productive IOCG systems (e.g., Candelaria, Manto Verde), many of which began with precisely these kinds of surface expressions. 2. Exceptional Early Grades Indicate a High-Grade Core In early-stage exploration, grade is king — and Super Copper’s reported assays of up to 5.0 g/t Au already place Castilla’s mineralization well above typical thresholds for early exploration excitement. To put this in context: Open-pit gold mines can be profitable at grades as low as 0.5–2.0 g/t. Underground gold operations often target grades around 3–8 g/t. Castilla’s 5.0 g/t surface gold readings are therefore well above average, particularly given their correlation with significant copper values. Even if subsequent drilling returns broader mineralized zones averaging lower grades (e.g., 1–2 g/t Au equivalent), the presence of such high-grade pockets implies a robust mineralizing system with potential for economic ore shoots. 3. Early Signs of a Large, Structurally-Controlled System The company’s geological mapping indicates multiple zones of magnetite veining, copper oxides, and quartz-carbonate alteration across 7,200 hectares of contiguous concessions. These north-south and northwest structural corridors are the same orientations that host several of northern Chile’s most productive copper and gold deposits. This structural repetition suggests the mineral system could have significant lateral continuity — a key characteristic of scalable, bulk-tonnage deposits. The confirmed presence of iron oxide–magnetite veining and strong alteration halos further supports the IOCG model, implying that Castilla may represent a district-scale mineralizing event rather than an isolated vein swarm. 4. Positive Operational Momentum and Exploration Expansion Super Copper is clearly moving aggressively to validate and expand its initial findings. The company has already: Collected 93 new rock samples across priority zones. Initiated detailed geological mapping and ground magnetic surveys to integrate surface data with geophysical targets. Announced a Phase I drill targeting model under active development. This rapid mobilization shows strong conviction from management and technical teams — they’re not resting on promotional results; they’re building a data-driven model for systematic discovery. 5. Strategic Leverage to Macro Trends Both gold and copper are in structurally bullish macro environments: Gold is benefiting from persistent inflation, central bank buying, and a flight to hard assets amid global fiscal uncertainty. Copper is entering what many analysts call a “supply gap decade”, driven by global electrification, EV adoption, and renewable infrastructure demand. Super Copper’s dual exposure gives it asymmetric upside: gold provides short-term speculative appeal and cash-flow optionality, while copper anchors long-term strategic value. 6. Management Vision and Geological Validation CEO Zachary Dolesky’s statement underscores a clear understanding of what the market rewards — a dual-commodity system in a Tier-1 jurisdiction like Chile. His comment that the results “confirm our system carries both copper and precious metal potential, a key characteristic of some of Chile’s most productive deposits” is more than PR fluff — it’s a recognition that Castilla’s geology checks the right boxes: Vein-hosted gold in magnetite-bearing diorites Overlapping oxide and sulfide systems Strong alteration signatures consistent with IOCG or porphyry-style mineralization For early investors, this is the pre-drill phase — often where the greatest upside occurs if subsequent assays confirm the system’s scale. 7. Bullish Catalysts Ahead The next few months could provide significant re-rating catalysts: Assay results from the 93 new rock samples (expected soon) — confirmation of continuity or additional high-grade zones could ignite speculative interest. Geophysical surveys identifying deeper conductive targets, ideal for IOCG-style mineralization. Phase I drill results, any intercept showing continuous mineralization (even 1–2 g/t over meaningful widths) could validate a genuine discovery. Strategic partnerships or JV interest, Chile’s mining sector is home to majors actively seeking new copper-gold discoveries. 8. Early Discovery Stage = Maximum Leverage At this stage, Super Copper trades primarily on exploration potential. If forthcoming results confirm the presence of a large mineral system, the valuation uplift from discovery to delineation could be substantial — a common pattern in early-stage explorers. Even a modest inferred resource demonstrating multi-metal mineralization could attract significant institutional or major-miner attention given Chile’s established mining infrastructure and regulatory stability. Bullish Summary Super Copper’s Castilla Project checks the early boxes of a potential gold-copper discovery story: ✅ High-grade surface samples (up to 5 g/t Au, 5.5% Cu) ✅ Strong geological context (vein-hosted, magnetite-altered diorites typical of IOCG systems) ✅ Large, contiguous land package (7,200 ha with multiple mineralized corridors) ✅ Active exploration program with assays and drill targeting underway ✅ Dual exposure to two of the most bullish commodities of the decade While still early stage, the indicators align with the formative phases of many of Chile’s great polymetallic systems. If ongoing work confirms mineral continuity and scale, Super Copper could transition from a small-cap explorer to a genuine discovery story with regional significance.
The Castilla Copper Project represents a strategically positioned early-stage asset within one of the most prolific and infrastructure-rich copper belts in the world—Chile’s Atacama Region. Situated just south of the historic Manto Negro open pit and within 50–140 kilometers of three of Chile’s most successful and long-lived copper operations—Lundin Mining’s Candelaria, Capstone Copper’s Mantoverde, and Lundin’s Caserones—Castilla’s location alone places it in a proven mining corridor with extraordinary geological pedigree and operational precedent. The Atacama Region hosts both Iron Oxide Copper-Gold (IOCG) and porphyry copper systems, two of the world’s most economically significant deposit types. The neighboring mines surrounding Castilla are not theoretical successes—they are decades-long producers with world-class infrastructure, including processing plants, desalination facilities, grid connectivity, and skilled labor pools. Candelaria (IOCG): ~48 km from Castilla, producing 140–150 kt Cu annually with multi-decade reserves. Mantoverde (IOCG): ~124 km away, a historic oxide producer now expanding into sulfide operations with an additional 68–80 kt Cu/year capacity. Caserones (Porphyry Cu-Mo): ~137 km east, yielding over 115 kt Cu/year, confirming the district’s metallogenic diversity and scalability. These operations prove the economic viability, metallogenic fertility, and logistical favorability of the Atacama Copper Belt, reinforcing the thesis that Castilla sits within an established, copper-rich geological trend.
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$CUPPF Feeding the AI Boom: Why Apeiron is Betting Big on Copper https://christianangermayer.substack.com/p/feeding-the-ai-boom-why-apeiron-is Related PR: https://supercopper.com/super-copper-announces-strategic-investment-from-apeiron-investment-group/
$CUPPF - The United States has released an updated list of critical minerals, highlighting the growing importance of metals that support clean energy, technology, and national security. This new list from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and the Department of the Interior now has 51 minerals. https://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2025/1047/ofr20251047.pdf The draft recommends adding six minerals—potash, silicon, copper, silver, rhenium, and lead, listed in order of risk—to the U.S. Critical Minerals List, while removing two minerals, arsenic and tellurium. Silver and copper are included for the first time. The update shows how crucial these resources are for America’s industrial and clean energy plans. Both metals are in high demand for renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, and advanced electronics.
Global demand for copper is projected to double by 2035, according to industry forecasts. Yet, mining capacity has struggled to keep pace. Large new projects take years to develop, and permitting challenges in the U.S. have slowed growth.
$CUPPF - Forget about rare earth minerals. We need more copper (NPR) https://www.npr.org/2025/03/16/nx-s1-5327095/copper-rare-earth-minerals-mining-electronics "Copper may be even more crucial to the nation's shift toward a greener, more efficient economy than rare elements like neodymium or praseodymium."
BREAKING - Freeport to break away from copper benchmark it set for decades (How it can affect $CUPPF and other junior miners) https://www.mining.com/web/freeport-to-break-away-from-copper-benchmark-it-set-for-decades/ Why this is a significant shift For over 30 years, the benchmark system has been a core part of how copper concentrate deals were made. For Freeport — a major player — to publicly talk about breaking away is a signal that things might be changing structurally. The benchmark has provided predictability and a reference point. Moving away from it could destabilize how contracts are negotiated across the industry. This could accelerate a trend where the value chain (mining → smelting → refining) becomes more integrated. Companies with operations at multiple stages have more flexibility and control. Under the right circumstances, this kind of upheaval in the benchmark system could present opportunities for junior copper miners like Super Copper Corp. ($CUPPF) Why it could help juniors like Super Copper More negotiating power on concentrate terms If major producers (e.g. Freeport) start to abandon the benchmark and instead agree to bespoke deals (i.e. direct contracts) with smelters, that could open the door for smaller players to also try to negotiate better terms than the low benchmark would dictate. In a world where “benchmark = baseline” is weakening, juniors might be able to capture incremental premiums (or avoid deep penalties) by being creative, niche, or locally advantageous. Scarcity of concentrate as a tailwind One of the causes of the benchmark breakdown is tightness in concentrate supply (i.e. smelters are scrambling for raw materials). If juniors can discover and bring new high-grade, mineable copper resources into the supply chain, their product becomes more valuable in a market starving for concentrate. In that scenario, even smaller producers could command better terms or more favorable contracts. Differentiated advantages (grade, location, logistics, cost structure) Because juniors often work on earlier-stage or more remote projects, they can sometimes offer advantages (e.g. lower transportation, proximity to smelters, lower environmental restrictions) that make their concentrates more attractive even when TC/RCs are squeezed. If Super Copper’s projects in Chile (e.g. Castilla acquisition) have logistical or geological advantages, those could matter more in a less standardized pricing regime. Upside leverage in bull markets If copper prices rise — which many analysts expect in a constrained supply environment — juniors that have low capital base or early projects can see outsized gains relative to cost. In a disrupted benchmark regime, gains can be more volatile and opportunistic, which favors speculative or high-upside plays. Specific to Super Copper Corp Let’s look more concretely at Super Copper ($CUPPF) and how this scenario might play out for them, based on what is known publicly. Pros / favorable signals for Super Copper: Chile projects with scale potential Super is acquiring the Castilla project in Chile on favorable terms (low upfront cost, milestone-based payments). Having a strong copper jurisdiction helps in negotiation. High‐grade exploration results In their Cordillera Cobre property, they reported rock samples with high copper grades (some > 5 %, even ~10.3 %) and silver. If that translates into a high‐grade, mineable deposit, their concentrate may command premium terms even in a tough market. Diversification into mining chemicals / material science Super Copper has also launched a material science / technology division aimed at mining chemical solutions, which gives them additional revenue streams or technical leverage. This is not directly tied to concentrate sales but shows strategic flexibility. Relatively lean capital profile and strategic acquisition structure The way they acquired Castilla (with milestone payments) is capital-efficient, which is beneficial in volatile environments. Bottom line Yes — breaking the benchmark system could be a tailwind for juniors like Super Copper, especially if: They successfully advance to production, They produce high‐grade, desirable concentrate, They are in favorable locations and have good logistics, and They act strategically in negotiations rather than passively accepting low benchmarks. Much will depend on execution, timing, and the relative balance of supply and demand in the copper concentrate market. However, this is BIG.
Metals veteran sees $12,000 copper price this year https://www.mining.com/web/metals-veteran-sees-12000-copper-price-this-year/
Super Copper and MetaFLO Announce Joint Venture to Develop Biopolymer Solutions for Copper Mining https://www.metaflotech.com/super-c...velop-biopolymer-solutions-for-copper-mining/ “Our goal is simple and ambitious,” said Zachary Dolesky, CEO of Super Copper. “We want to create biopolymer products that would benefit copper mines worldwide. We want to develop innovative solutions that help mines get more metal from their ore, use fewer harmful chemicals, and reduce environmental impact. MetaFLO has recently commercialized its ExtracTech line for gold mines with promising results, and this partnership provides an opportunity to expand its innovative solutions into copper mining, for which we believe there would be substantial market demand.” Most high quality ore is already mined. Existing mines need this tech to get better percentages out of their ore. Super Copper owns two mines in a highly active region, plus they will split profits from this when it is commercialized.
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