ACDC Metals Limited (ASX: ADC), a diversified exploration company focused on resource-backed critical minerals assets and high-impact precious metals exploration, has confirmed contracts for a maiden drill program and a Controlled Source Audio Magnetotellurics (CSAMT) geophysical survey at its Mount Jackson Gold-Silver Project in Nevada, USA. The initial drilling campaign is slated to commence in Q4 2026, targeting areas identified from recent geophysical surveys and aiming to extend known mineralisation within the highly prospective Walker Lane belt.
The company has engaged FTE Drilling USA Inc. for a reverse-circulation (RC) drilling program of up to 2,500 metres. Approximately 15 holes are being permitted to test extensions to gold-silver mineralisation at the Pegasus Zone and to conduct maiden drilling at the previously unexplored 3 Shaft Zone. Simultaneously, KLM Geoscience will undertake a 12-line-kilometre CSAMT survey starting in September, which will further refine and prioritise drill targets established by earlier aeromagnetic and radiometric surveys.
ACDC Metals CEO Tom Davidson commented on the development, stating his pleasure in confirming contracts for the next stage of geophysical work and the maiden drill campaign before year-end. Environmental permitting is currently underway with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The company expects existing access roads and previously cleared drill pads to significantly reduce the time and costs associated with site works, bonding, and reclamation.
Previous shallow drill campaigns at Pegasus often concluded in mineralisation, while the 3 Shaft Zone, which yielded rock chip results up to 14.9% copper and 17.7 ppm silver, has never been drilled before. This upcoming program represents a crucial step for ACDC Metals as it looks to execute its field program and accelerate news flow regarding the Mount Jackson Project.
