Noronex (ASX:NRX) has launched its first-ever reverse circulation drilling campaign at the Etango North Uranium Project (EPL 6776).
This maiden program, executed by Namibian contractor Ferrodrill, marks a critical shift for the company as it expands its exploration footprint into one of the world’s premier hard-rock uranium provinces.
The drilling is strategically designed to provide the first sub-surface validation of high-priority targets identified through ground spectrometry and remote sensing earlier this year.
Geologists are specifically targeting alaskite-hosted mineralisation, a style consistent with the neighboring world-class Rossing and Husab mines.
The project sits immediately along strike from Bannerman Energy’s Etango development.
"The start of drilling at Etango North marks a significant milestone," stated Managing Director Victor Rajasooriar. "The combination of strong surface anomalism and a world-class location makes this a compelling discovery opportunity."
Results from this initial pass will be used to refine the company’s geological model and guide subsequent follow-up programs.
At the time of reporting, Noronex’s share price was $0.016.