Atlantico Confirms Gallium and Rare Earths in All Novo Cruzeiro Samples
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Atlantico Energy Metals Corp. has confirmed the presence of gallium and rare earth elements in all 114 follow-up surface samples from its flagship Novo Cruzeiro Project in Brazil's Lithium Valley. The findings, reported in March 2026, underscore the potential of the project as a multi-element critical minerals site.
The highest gallium oxide (Ga₂O₃) result was 96.8 g/t in sample NCZ-CR-0175, with the ten highest results ranging from 88.7 to 96.8 g/t. The average Ga₂O₃ value was 72.2 g/t, with a median of 74.6 g/t. Gallium, a key component in advanced defence and aerospace systems, is now confirmed in every sample, a significant finding for the company.
Rare earth elements, used in powerful magnets and essential for clean-energy technologies, were also confirmed in all 114 samples. The highest total rare earth oxides (TREO) result reached 2,806.7 ppm, with a median of 315.5 ppm and a mean of 382.8 ppm. Eighteen samples returned over 500 ppm TREO, including three above 1,000 ppm. Magnet rare earth oxides (MREO) accounted for at least 15% of TREO in 96 of the 114 samples.
The company's exploration and technical work at Novo Cruzeiro have continued since the March 2026 laboratory reporting period. The results highlight the strategic importance of diversifying gallium and rare earth supply chains, given China's near-monopoly on primary low-purity gallium production.
Atlantico Energy Metals Corp. is advancing Novo Cruzeiro through disciplined technical work, transparent disclosure, and responsible exploration, with a focus on creating long-term value for shareholders while contributing positively to the local communities and regions where the company operates.