Maronan Metals (ASX:MMA) has recommenced its surface diamond drilling operations at the Maronan Silver Project in north-west Queensland, signalling a high-tempo start to an expanded 2026 work programme.
Following the conclusion of the regional wet season, the company has secured a second diamond drill rig, which is slated for mobilisation by the end of April.
The strategic addition is designed to boost drilling capacity, allowing the company to accelerate resource growth and fast-track critical technical workstreams at the project's high-potential Starter Zone.
The primary objective of the 2026 campaign is to expand the existing Indicated Resource base by targeting mineralisation immediately surrounding the Starter Zone.
Beyond resource definition, the increased productivity from the dual-rig setup will support ongoing mine development studies and regulatory workstreams essential for future mining lease decisions.
Managing Director Richard Carlton emphasised that this expansion is a vital step in de-risking the asset and transitioning the project towards its next development phase.
Investors are also awaiting the imminent release of assay results from the infill drilling programme completed prior to the seasonal hiatus.
The results are expected in the near term and will provide further clarity on the project’s grade continuity and inventory scale.
At the time of reporting, Maronan Metals' share price was $0.32.