Critical Metals starts Molulu copper-cobalt field programme in DR Congo
Critical Metals said it had begun its 2026 field programme at the Molulu project in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The work includes mapping, trenching and sampling to assess an initial target.
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In a company announcement dated October 2, Critical Metals plc said its field programme had started at the Molulu copper-cobalt project in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It placed the start within the October 1-8 operational window and said personnel and equipment had been mobilised, while site preparation remained subject to final site confirmation.
The work includes surveying, mapping, trenching and sampling, with quality control and data integration. The company said results will help determine whether the initial target can support scout mining. It reported no drilling results, resource estimate or production decision in this release.
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Company announces start of Molulu field programme
The company placed commencement within the October 1-8 operational window; site preparation remained subject to final site confirmation.
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The announcement places commencement within the October 1-8, 2026 operational window but gives no exact day. The block records the company announcement, not mineral results.
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