Perth, Australia – 13 January 2026: Patriot Resources Limited (ASX: PAT) has reported significant silver and gold assay results from its Phase 1 trenching program at Target B1 within the Company’s 80%-owned Kitumba 27715 Project in Zambia, further validating the prospect as a near-surface polymetallic system.
The latest results add silver and gold credits to previously announced strong copper, zinc and lead geochemistry, reinforcing the scale and potential economic significance of the mineralised system. The Company said the combination of metals highlights a unique polymetallic signature and strengthens confidence in Target B1 as a priority focus for ongoing exploration.
Notable trench assay results include:
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14m @ 0.33% CuEq, comprising 0.20% Cu, 4.18 g/t Ag, 0.19% Zn and 0.05% Pb (TBTR03);
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17m @ 0.26% CuEq, comprising 0.14% Cu, 3.07 g/t Ag, 0.04% Zn and 0.05% Au (OTR02Ext); and
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26m @ 0.23% CuEq, comprising 0.07% Cu, 4.93 g/t Ag, 0.24% Zn and 0.07% Pb (TBTR01).
Geological interpretation from trench mapping indicates mineralisation is hosted within sandstone and mudstone units, with visible copper minerals observed in places. The Company believes the results are consistent with a zoned, strata-bound epigenetic polymetallic system, characterised by a copper-rich core and outward zinc and lead zones, with silver dominant across all trenches and parallel shear-hosted gold reefs.
In parallel, geophysical surveys have identified several high-chargeability induced polarisation (IP) anomalies coincident with trench mineralisation, extending to modelled depths of approximately 100 metres below surface. These anomalies also correspond with low magnetic and high resistivity responses, features commonly associated with sulphide mineralisation.
Previous geophysical work has doubled the strike length of the main target area from approximately 200 metres to 400 metres and identified two additional parallel structures. A high-resolution ground magnetics and IP survey is currently underway to extend coverage across a 90-hectare block, with preparations in progress for Phase 2 trenching to further refine drilling targets.
The Company said the integration of trench assays and geophysical data is expected to play a key role in defining priority drill targets as exploration advances.
This announcement has been approved by the Board of Directors.
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Patriot Resources Limited (ASX: PAT) is an Australian exploration Company committed to discovering and developing high-value battery and critical mineral assets. The Company targets jurisdictions with tier-1 geological potential, supportive infrastructure, and clear pathways to development. Patriot combines disciplined exploration with strategic partnerships to advance projects capable of near-term development while maintaining a long-term growth pipeline. The Company’s approach emphasises capital efficiency, scalability, and alignment with the global energy transition. Through a diversified portfolio and an experienced leadership team, Patriot is well-positioned to deliver shareholder value in a rapidly evolving resource sector.
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