Arkadian Strategic Metals Launches 2026 Motzfeldt Field Campaign Featuring Hyperspectral Imaging and Bulk Sampling

Mobilisation Schedule and Team Composition for Motzfeldt Field Deployment

Arkadian Strategic Metals has finalised logistics for deploying field teams to South Greenland, with mobilisation starting on 26 July 2026 and main field operations beginning on 29 July 2026. The programme will be led by Principal Geologist Dr Curtis Rooks and supported by two specialist contractors: TheiaX, responsible for hyperspectral surveying at the Merino prospect, and BioApp, tasked with environmental baseline studies across key project locations. The company confirmed that logistical preparations are substantially complete following months of detailed planning and coordination with local service providers.

This structured deployment aligns with Arkadian's comprehensive strategy across multiple technical workstreams at Motzfeldt. The fieldwork scope remains consistent with the company's 30 June 2026 operational update and includes bulk sampling from the Aries JORC resource area, hyperspectral imaging at Merino, and environmental baseline studies. BioApp's environmental work is scheduled to start on 6 August 2026, focusing on probable development sites including the Aries deposit and two alternative land transport routes. Remaining operational details primarily involve finalising logistics for bulk sample handling and transportation from the Aries deposit.

Introducing Hyperspectral Imaging at the Merino Prospect

Arkadian is applying hyperspectral imaging technology at Motzfeldt for the first time, with TheiaX contracted to conduct hyperspectral surveys at the Merino prospect. Dr Curtis Rooks explained that this technology will enhance geological interpretations of enriched chimney structures at Merino by enabling refined mapping across cliff faces and assessing their depth continuity. The hyperspectral survey marks a significant methodological advancement in the project's exploration approach. Licence-scale satellite remote sensing data acquisition is partially complete, with remaining data expected shortly after the announcement. TheiaX GmbH is processing the satellite dataset, which is anticipated to identify geological targets for follow-up work and, where timing permits, guide precise bulk sampling during the field campaign.

The integration of multiple survey methods underscores Arkadian's goal to develop a detailed geological model of critical metals mineralisation at Motzfeldt. The company plans to provide further updates after processing and reviewing the satellite data. This multi-layered geophysical and remote sensing strategy supports assessment of the project's mineral potential and informs future development planning. These technical advances form part of a coordinated strategy across the project's main technical and development workstreams.

Progress in Metallurgical Testing with Results Expected in August

Arkadian has advanced its initial mineralogical and beneficiation programme by completing rougher and cleaner flotation tests in South Africa. The resulting concentrates and tailings have been submitted for chemical assays, with final results and a comprehensive technical report expected by late July or early August 2026, subject to laboratory turnaround. Upon receipt, the company will review data with technical advisers to determine the scope of subsequent processing work. This phased approach allows incremental metallurgical understanding of the Aries deposit's beneficiation characteristics.

SRK Consulting, which previously supported resource drilling at Motzfeldt, is conducting a parallel review of existing metallurgical data as part of the ongoing reassessment of the Aries JORC resource. This review will be completed once the new test results are available. The announcement does not disclose specific recovery rates, concentrate grades, or other quantitative metallurgical metrics from flotation tests. Arkadian’s staged processing test work reflects a methodical effort to generate data from historical samples before collecting new bulk material from Aries during the current field programme. The new bulk sample will underpin more detailed processing studies building on initial flotation outcomes.

Relogging Historic Drill Core and Greenland Facility Preparations

Arkadian is advancing plans to relog historic drill core from Motzfeldt, consulting with SRK Consulting to select core most relevant to the current geological model and future JORC resource review. The company is identifying drill core from past resource drilling campaigns to maximise geological insights from this legacy dataset. Arrangements are underway with Greenland authorities to relocate selected core from temporary storage to a suitable facility before winter, addressing logistical challenges posed by Greenland’s climate and operational timelines.

This relogging initiative aims to extract maximum value from earlier exploration work at Motzfeldt. The selection process targets core most pertinent to the geological model and resource development, indicating a focused rather than exhaustive approach. While the volume of core to be relogged and precise timelines remain undisclosed, relocation to Nuuk is planned for Q4 2026, suggesting detailed relogging will commence later in the year.

Community Engagement and Municipality Meeting in Qaqortoq

Arkadian has scheduled a meeting with Kujalleq Municipality representatives in Qaqortoq on 27 July 2026, just before field mobilisation. Dr Curtis Rooks will represent the company at this consultation. The meeting offers an opportunity to discuss the upcoming Motzfeldt programme and Arkadian’s plans for ongoing community engagement regarding future project development. Timing the discussion alongside field operations commencement enables real-time dialogue with municipal authorities.

Arkadian’s focus on community engagement reflects the importance of local stakeholder relationships in Greenland mineral exploration and development. The announcement notes that BioApp’s environmental baseline study will target key development sites, including Aries and two alternative land transport routes, indicating early consideration of logistics and environmental planning. Scheduling the municipality meeting ahead of mobilisation demonstrates Arkadian’s commitment to transparent communication as the project advances. Specific outcomes or prior consultation feedback were not disclosed.

Environmental Baseline Studies at Key Motzfeldt Development Sites

BioApp has been contracted to perform environmental baseline studies at key project locations, starting 6 August 2026. The baseline screening will focus on probable development sites: the Aries deposit and two alternative land transportation routes. Arkadian characterises this work as preparatory for future development rather than immediate regulatory compliance, reflecting Motzfeldt’s early-stage status. The scope indicates prospective environmental characterisation conducted alongside geological and metallurgical investigations.

Incorporating environmental baseline studies into the 2026 field programme demonstrates Arkadian’s intent to build a comprehensive development case for Motzfeldt. Evaluating two alternative transport routes suggests logistics options are under assessment, necessitating environmental evaluation of different infrastructure pathways. Environmental work constitutes one of three main field-based workstreams alongside geological surveying and bulk sampling. Conducting baseline environmental assessments concurrently with geological work supports future permitting and development planning. Specific environmental parameters and study costs were not disclosed.

Strategic Importance of Motzfeldt Critical Metals Project in Arkadian’s Portfolio

Arkadian Strategic Metals holds a 51 percent interest in the Motzfeldt Critical Metals Project in South Greenland, making it a key component of the company’s strategic focus on critical metals exploration and development. The company describes itself as a "strategic metals and gold focused exploration and development company," with 100 percent ownership of gold assets in Wales, including the Clogau, Dolgellau Gold Exploration, and Gwynfynydd projects. Additionally, Arkadian holds strategic investments such as a 23.97 percent stake in GreenRoc Strategic Materials Plc (graphite anode) in Greenland, an 11.765 percent interest in the Horse Hill oil project in England, and earn-in rights up to 100 percent at Finnsbo (rare earths, copper, gold) in Sweden.

Motzfeldt is the company’s primary critical metals asset, distinct from its Welsh gold portfolio. The announcement’s focus on critical metals mineralisation, including hyperspectral surveying and flotation beneficiation, reflects heightened market interest in rare earth and strategic mineral deposits. Arkadian’s geographic diversification across Wales, Greenland, England, and Sweden exposes it to multiple regulatory regimes and geological settings. The 51 percent ownership in Motzfeldt suggests a joint venture structure, though other shareholders and governance details were not disclosed. Parallel investments in critical metals and rare earth assets align with a strategic thesis on long-term demand driven by energy transition and defense sectors.

Funding Initiatives and Development Planning

Arkadian is pursuing potential funding applications from relevant governmental schemes in the UK and internationally. Specific programmes, funding amounts, and decision timelines were not disclosed. This indicates the company is exploring non-dilutive capital sources to advance Motzfeldt’s development, reflecting the capital-intensive nature of mineral exploration and sensitivity to equity dilution. The company’s funding strategy spans UK and overseas schemes, highlighting awareness of government support for critical minerals aligned with energy transition and supply chain resilience.

The mention of funding applications underscores the capital requirements for advancing Motzfeldt from exploration toward development. Bulk sampling, metallurgical testing, environmental studies, and exploration all require substantial expenditure. Governmental funding may align with policy objectives supporting rare earth and strategic metals exploration in jurisdictions including the UK and Greenland. However, the announcement does not disclose Arkadian’s cash position, burn rate, funding needs, or timelines for profitability or project milestones. Execution of the development programme depends on securing sufficient capital through government support, capital markets, or partnerships.

Coordinated Technical Workstreams and Bulk Sampling Strategy

Arkadian’s 2026 field programme coordinates multiple technical workstreams. Dr Curtis Rooks described the alignment of desktop studies, fieldwork, and processing programmes as "advancing in a coordinated way across the main technical and development workstreams." Bulk sample collection from the Aries JORC resource represents a critical step toward detailed processing studies. This sample will support more advanced beneficiation work, building on initial flotation results currently under chemical analysis. Sample handling, transport logistics, and processing arrangements have been finalised, reflecting the operational complexity of moving bulk samples from remote Greenland locations.

Coordinating geological surveying (including hyperspectral imaging), metallurgical testing, environmental baseline assessments, and historic data relogging within one field season demonstrates Arkadian’s intent to advance multiple technical streams simultaneously. This approach aims to build a comprehensive technical and development case while managing Greenland’s logistical and seasonal constraints. Emphasis on assay turnaround and data processing reflects awareness of limited seasonal weather windows and dependency of subsequent phases on timely completion. The announcement does not specify bulk sample size, target tonnage, or expected timing of processing results.

Forward-Looking Statements and Risk Factors

The announcement includes forward-looking statements regarding anticipated future events and results, acknowledging risks and uncertainties. Disclosed risk factors include economic, market, financial, and business conditions; competition for qualified personnel; regulatory processes; technical challenges; new legislation; potential delays or plan changes; and risks related to operating in a new political jurisdiction. Additional risks cover uncertainties in exploration results, timing and granting of prospecting rights, regulatory and third-party approvals, financing and execution capabilities, and unforeseen events.

Arkadian states that "actual results achieved may vary from the information provided herein as a result of numerous known and unknown risks and uncertainties and other factors," highlighting the inherent uncertainties of mineral exploration and development. The company’s reference to risks in "working in a new political jurisdiction" acknowledges regulatory and geopolitical complexities in Greenland. Investors should note that exploration results are inherently uncertain and execution depends on contractor availability, logistics, weather, and approvals. No quantified risk assessments or probability weightings were provided; investors are advised to conduct independent due diligence on operational and financial risks.