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IsoEnergy Pushes Forward with Drilling Program at Flatiron in Utah

IsoEnergy Ltd. has announced the continuation of its exploration efforts in the United States with a focus on its uranium projects located in southeast Utah. The company's latest initiative involves drilling at the Flatiron Project, strategically positioned near the historical Tony M uranium mine. The company aims to build on the groundwork laid by previous examinations and drilling efforts to unlock potential resources in this promising region.

Overview of Drilling at Flatiron

The 2026 drilling program will feature the addition of seven new surface rotary drill holes with core tails, culminating in a total length of 11,000 feet. Located roughly seven miles northwest of the Tony M mine, Flatiron is situated within the Henry Mountains uranium district. This systematic approach not only enhances the current understanding of the area but also represents the next phase of exploration following earlier drilling activities completed in late 2025.

IsoEnergy staked about 370 lode claims in 2024, later expanding its position with additional Utah state leases. This development has solidified Flatiron as one of the largest contiguous land holdings in the historical area, which has a recorded production of approximately 1.4 million pounds of U3O8 to date. The company’s focus on Flatiron is not arbitrary; it aligns with the uranium mineralization trends from both its Tony M and Energy Fuels' Bullfrog deposits, showcasing a favorable geological setting for potential future mining.

Significance of Historical Data

The Flatiron project benefits from significant insights acquired during past explorations, particularly those conducted by Plateau Resources in the early 1980s. These historic drilling activities utilized wide spacings to locate concealed uranium deposits beneath the surface. Current drilling plans are strategically informed by previously archived data, allowing the IsoEnergy team to target areas believed to hold substantial mineral resources.

The Importance of Geological Features

The current drilling program is primarily focused on the lowest sandstone unit of the Salt Wash Member of the Morrison Formation, which is recognized as a principal host for uranium in the Henry Mountain district. The presence of suitable reductant material and a conducive hydrogeological environment further increases the potential for discovering commercially viable uranium deposits. Previous drilling activities in late 2025 have already provided vital information that will guide the upcoming drilling and evaluation efforts.

Update on the Tony M Bulk Sample

In parallel with its exploration activities at Flatiron, IsoEnergy has successfully mined approximately 2,100 tons of mineralized material at the Tony M mine. This operation, conducted without any injuries, has allowed the team to refine its operational procedures in areas such as health and safety, ground control, ventilation, and grade control. The collected data is invaluable and supports upcoming technical assessments, specifically an NI 43-101 Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA).

The materials from the bulk sampling will be delivered to Energy Fuels' White Mesa Mill for processing. The company is also exploring the possibility of implementing a large-scale ore sorting and upgrading program prior to processing. Previous small-scale tests indicated potential recovery rates that could drastically reduce operational costs and improve mining efficiency significantly.

Leadership Insights

Philip Williams, CEO and Director of IsoEnergy, commented on the strategic importance of these initiatives for the company. The systematic drilling at Flatiron and bulk sampling at Tony M are crucial to modeling growth prospects in Utah's uranium market. The insights and information gathered in these processes aim to create a solid foundation for IsoEnergy's path towards becoming a leading uranium producer.

As these activities progress, they represent a cornerstone of IsoEnergy’s strategy to secure and expand its footprint within the competitive uranium sector, ensuring the company is well-positioned to take advantage of market opportunities as they arise.