Primary Hydrogen Corp. (TSXV:HDRO, FRA:83W0, OTCQB:HNATF) announced the commencement of its second exploration phase at the Hopkins Project in Ontario. The company has contracted Norda Stelo, a Canadian engineering and consulting firm, to conduct the fieldwork.
This phase will involve a comprehensive sampling program, encompassing approximately 265 soil and soil-gas samples. The samples will be analyzed for both natural hydrogen and rare earth elements (REEs).
The fieldwork is anticipated to be completed within one to two weeks. Analysis of gas readings and chemical assays should be available approximately six weeks later.
Peter Lauder, Vice President of Exploration at Primary Hydrogen, explained that the initiative aims to enhance the company’s understanding of the Hopkins Project’s potential for both natural hydrogen and REE resources. This phase expands upon previous soil gas sampling. The work will also assess REE potential along the Clay-Howells alkali carbonatite intrusive, known to contain REE, thorium, and iron mineralization.
Norda Stelo brings extensive experience in field investigation, environmental assessment, and geotechnical services for early-stage resource projects. With more than 50 years of experience, the firm provides comprehensive support for greenfield exploration. This includes high-quality data collection, regulatory compliance, and integrated technical expertise.
Primary Hydrogen holds a significant land portfolio in both the United States and Canada, dedicated to natural hydrogen resource exploration and development. The company’s portfolio includes several projects, and it also holds an option to acquire a significant stake in the Wicheeda North hydrogen-REE project in British Columbia.
Peter Lauder, a Qualified Person under National Instrument 43-101, reviewed and approved the technical information in the press release.
The company acknowledged that the announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to various assumptions and potential risks, including weather conditions, permit availability, and the accuracy of sampling methods. These factors could lead to differences between projected and actual results. Primary Hydrogen cautioned investors against placing undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.
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