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Major Expansion of the Vega Zone at CV13

Patriot Battery Metals Inc. has recently announced impressive drilling results from their CV13 site, indicating a significant expansion of the high-grade Vega Zone. These findings bolster the mine's potential in the lithium market, crucial for the growing electric vehicle industry.

Highlights of Drilling Results

The drilling program revealed:

• - 31.2 meters at 3.35% Li2O, with notable intersections including 4.7 meters at 5.37% Li2O (drill hole CV24-747).
• - Additional results include 31.8 meters at 2.07% Li2O (including 11.7 meters at 3.47% Li2O), and the highest-grade sample of 0.9 meters at 7.11% Li2O, making it the most potent core sample collected at the site to date.
• - Further drill results showed 35.7 meters at 1.65% Li2O (28.3 meters at 2.05% Li2O) and 33.0 meters at 2.02% Li2O (4.6 meters at 4.19% Li2O) among others.

These results are remarkable not only for the lithium grades but also for the presence of large spodumene crystals, essential for lithium extraction.

Understanding the Vega Zone

The Vega Zone is characterized by its substantial lithium mineralization, which has been a focal point for Patriot's exploration efforts. Extending approximately 3.3 km towards the CV12 Spodumene Pegmatite, it remains open for further exploration and drilling.

Darren L. Smith, Vice President of Exploration at Patriot, highlighted that the summer and fall drilling program achieved its goals by significantly enhancing the high-grade Vega Zone and identifying key structural controls on its emplacement. This extension not only showcases extensive potential but also positions the CV13 site for future developments.

Geological Insights

The compelling geological model at CV13 indicates that the Vega Zone lies flat and shallow, approximately 100 meters below the surface, making it an accessible target for mining operations. Core samples indicate the presence of mineralization across diverse geographic spaces, enhancing the viability of lithium extraction. This region houses some of the largest spodumene crystals observed in mining, providing hope for substantial recoveries of lithium-bearing ores.

With the current mineral resource estimate (MRE) showcasing 80.1 million tons at 1.44% Li2O indicated and 62.5 million tons at 1.31% Li2O inferred, the CV13 pegmatite contributes significantly to overall lithium content anticipated for development.

Future Prospects and 2025 Plans

With the exploration results signaling further potential for high-grade lithium resources, Patriot Battery Metals is focused on advancing the drilling programs. Subsequent drilling initiatives in 2025 will likely target not just the Vega Zone but also neighboring prospect corridors that remain unexplored, promising an exciting phase of discovery and evaluation for this burgeoning lithium project.

The ongoing work at Shaakichiuwaanaan is vital for ensuring a robust supply chain of lithium as global demand for electric vehicles and renewable energy sources continues to escalate. By bolstering its positions in the lithium market, Patriot Battery Metals strengthens its foothold in the rapidly growing battery minerals sector, poised for future growth and profitability.

Stay tuned for more updates as Patriot Battery Metals continues to unveil significant findings from its exploration endeavors.