ESGold Advances Subsurface Imaging at Montauban as ANT Survey Enters Final Phase
ESGold Corp (OTCQB: ESAUF) has completed data acquisition for its Ambient Noise Tomography (ANT) survey at the Montauban Project, marking a significant milestone in subsurface exploration. The survey, conducted by Caur Technologies, deployed geophones across a 10 km² grid in early March to capture natural seismic noise.
Key developments include:
- Survey depth exceeded expectations, reaching beyond 800 metres versus the planned 400 metres
- Geophone recovery begins this week, followed by 4 weeks of data processing
- The project will produce Montauban's first comprehensive 3D geological model
- Integration with regional geological mapping, historical drilling, and geochemical datasets
This represents the first deep-sensing geophysical survey at the polymetallic property, utilizing passive seismic imaging for high-resolution 3D visualization of subsurface structures. Results are expected to be shared with the market before month-end.
ESGold Corp (OTCQB: ESAUF) ha completato l'acquisizione dei dati per il suo sondaggio di Tomografia del Rumore Ambientale (ANT) presso il Progetto Montauban, segnando un traguardo significativo nell'esplorazione del sottosuolo. Il sondaggio, condotto da Caur Technologies, ha distribuito geofoni su una griglia di 10 km² all'inizio di marzo per catturare il rumore sismico naturale.
Sviluppi chiave includono:
- La profondità del sondaggio ha superato le aspettative, raggiungendo oltre 800 metri rispetto ai 400 metri pianificati
- Il recupero dei geofoni inizia questa settimana, seguito da 4 settimane di elaborazione dei dati
- Il progetto produrrà il primo modello geologico 3D completo di Montauban
- Integrazione con la mappatura geologica regionale, perforazioni storiche e dataset geochimici
Questo rappresenta il primo sondaggio geofisico a profondità elevate nella proprietà polimetallica, utilizzando l'imaging sismico passivo per una visualizzazione 3D ad alta risoluzione delle strutture sotterranee. I risultati sono attesi per essere condivisi con il mercato entro la fine del mese.
ESGold Corp (OTCQB: ESAUF) ha completado la adquisición de datos para su encuesta de Tomografía de Ruido Ambiental (ANT) en el Proyecto Montauban, marcando un hito significativo en la exploración del subsuelo. La encuesta, realizada por Caur Technologies, desplegó geófonos en una cuadrícula de 10 km² a principios de marzo para capturar ruido sísmico natural.
Desarrollos clave incluyen:
- La profundidad de la encuesta superó las expectativas, alcanzando más de 800 metros en lugar de los 400 metros planeados
- La recuperación de geófonos comienza esta semana, seguida de 4 semanas de procesamiento de datos
- El proyecto producirá el primer modelo geológico 3D completo de Montauban
- Integración con la cartografía geológica regional, perforaciones históricas y conjuntos de datos geoquímicos
Esto representa la primera encuesta geofísica de detección profunda en la propiedad polimetálica, utilizando imágenes sísmicas pasivas para una visualización 3D de alta resolución de las estructuras subterráneas. Se espera que los resultados se compartan con el mercado antes de fin de mes.
ESGold Corp (OTCQB: ESAUF)는 몬토반 프로젝트에서의 환경 소음 탐사(ANT) 데이터 수집을 완료하여 지하 탐사에서 중요한 이정표를 세웠습니다. 이 조사는 Caur Technologies에 의해 수행되었으며, 3월 초에 자연 지진 소음을 포착하기 위해 10 km² 그리드에 지오폰을 배치했습니다.
주요 개발 사항은 다음과 같습니다:
- 조사 깊이가 기대를 초과하여 계획된 400미터를 넘어 800미터 이상에 도달했습니다
- 지오폰 회수는 이번 주에 시작되며, 이후 4주 동안 데이터 처리가 진행됩니다
- 이 프로젝트는 몬토반의 첫 번째 종합 3D 지질 모델을 생성할 것입니다
- 지역 지질 지도, 역사적 시추 및 지구화학 데이터 세트와의 통합
이것은 다금속 자산에서 최초의 심층 지구 물리 조사로, 고해상도 3D 지하 구조 시각화를 위한 수동 지진 이미징을 활용합니다. 결과는 월말 전에 시장과 공유될 것으로 예상됩니다.
ESGold Corp (OTCQB: ESAUF) a terminé l'acquisition de données pour son enquête de Tomographie du Bruit Ambiant (ANT) au Projet Montauban, marquant une étape significative dans l'exploration souterraine. L'enquête, réalisée par Caur Technologies, a déployé des géophones sur une grille de 10 km² début mars pour capturer le bruit sismique naturel.
Les développements clés incluent:
- La profondeur de l'enquête a dépassé les attentes, atteignant plus de 800 mètres contre 400 mètres prévus
- La récupération des géophones commence cette semaine, suivie de 4 semaines de traitement des données
- Le projet produira le premier modèle géologique 3D complet de Montauban
- Intégration avec la cartographie géologique régionale, les forages historiques et les ensembles de données géochimiques
Ceci représente la première enquête géophysique à détection profonde sur la propriété polymétallique, utilisant l'imagerie sismique passive pour une visualisation 3D haute résolution des structures souterraines. Les résultats devraient être partagés avec le marché avant la fin du mois.
ESGold Corp (OTCQB: ESAUF) hat die Datenerfassung für seine Umfrage zur Ambient Noise Tomography (ANT) im Montauban-Projekt abgeschlossen, was einen bedeutenden Meilenstein in der Untergrundexploration darstellt. Die Umfrage, die von Caur Technologies durchgeführt wurde, setzte Anfang März Geophone auf einem 10 km² großen Raster ein, um natürliche seismische Geräusche zu erfassen.
Wichtige Entwicklungen umfassen:
- Die Umfragetiefe übertraf die Erwartungen und erreichte über 800 Meter im Vergleich zu den geplanten 400 Metern
- Die Rückholung der Geophone beginnt in dieser Woche, gefolgt von 4 Wochen Datenverarbeitung
- Das Projekt wird das erste umfassende 3D-geologische Modell von Montauban produzieren
- Integration mit regionaler geologischer Kartierung, historischen Bohrungen und geochemischen Datensätzen
Dies stellt die erste tiefenempfindliche geophysikalische Untersuchung im polymetallischen Grundstück dar, die passive seismische Bildgebung für eine hochauflösende 3D-Visualisierung der Untergrundstrukturen nutzt. Die Ergebnisse werden voraussichtlich vor Monatsende mit dem Markt geteilt.
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Subsurface Imaging to Exceed 800m Depth; 3D Modelling Underway to define scale and structure of deep mineralized system
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - April 1, 2025) - ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) (FSE: Z7D) ("ESGold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that data acquisition for its Ambient Noise Tomography (ANT) survey conducted by Caur Technologies at the Montauban Project is now complete. The geophones-deployed in early March across a 10 km² survey grid-will begin recovery this week, with data processing and interpretation to follow over the next four weeks.
Key Highlights:
- Data Recovery Underway: Field recovery of geophones-used to passively capture natural seismic noise over the past 30 days-begins this week across the Montauban property.
- Increased Imaging Depth: Originally planned for 400 metres, the ANT survey has captured data to depths exceeding 800 metres, offering a new potential view of the deeper geologic architecture.
- Processing & 3D Modelling: Once retrieved, the data will be processed by Caur Technologies' technical team and interpreted over a four-week period to produce a comprehensive 3D model of Montauban's subsurface structure.
- Target Refinement & Risk Reduction: The ANT model will significantly enhance geological understanding of the deposit, reduce targeting risk, and inform high-priority drill targets for follow-up exploration.
- Strategic Integration: The final 3D model will combine ANT data with regional geological mapping, historical drilling, and geochemical datasets to create the most complete interpretation of Montauban to date.
This marks a major milestone in ESGold's systematic exploration of Montauban, representing the first deep-sensing geophysical survey ever conducted on the polymetallic property. ANT is a passive seismic imaging method that allows for high-resolution 3D visualization of subsurface structures, including mineralized systems that may have been previously obscured by structural complexity or historical exploration limits.
The quality of the acquired data has exceeded expectations. Initially designed to map to 400 metres depth, current readings are expected to extend below 800 metres. The resulting interpretation will be integrated into Montauban's first fully integrated 3D geological model.
"This is a critical step forward in ESGold's mission to fully define the mineralized potential at Montauban," said Brad Kitchen, President of ESGold. "We are entering a new phase of discovery powered by cutting-edge imaging tools that will allow us to explore below the limits of historic drilling and uncover the full scope of the Montauban system. Our team is excited and looks forward to sharing results with the market before the end of the month."
About the ANT Survey
Ambient Noise Tomography (ANT) is a non-intrusive seismic imaging technique that uses natural and man-made ground vibrations to develop 3D models of the subsurface. The geophones used in this survey, developed by Caur Technologies, are up to 10 times more sensitive than conventional nodal equipment, enabling clearer imaging at depth.
This advanced technology is expected to reveal structural features at depth and help identify previously unknown anomalies by measuring the size, shape, and continuity of mineralized zones within the surveyed area.
Next Steps:
- Unlocking Depth Potential: ESGold's ongoing ANT survey is delivering high-resolution imaging of subsurface structures to a depth of 400 metres-now expected to reach beyond 800 metres based on instrument performance and preliminary data quality.
- Targeting a Larger System: Given that volcanogenic massive sulfide (VMS) deposits commonly occur in clusters, this survey marks the first systematic exploration of Montauban's complete geological footprint, aiming to identify extensions and new mineralized zones.
- Proven Near-Surface Mineralization: Historical drilling has confirmed high-grade gold, silver, and base metal mineralization near surface, underscoring the potential for continuity and deeper mineralized bodies.
- Refining the Geological Model: The integrated dataset will be used to generate a comprehensive 3D subsurface model, which is expected to be completed before the end of April. This model will support the definition of high-priority drill targets and expand the geological understanding of Montauban along strike and at depth.
- Pending Updated Economic Assessment: In parallel, ESGold is finalizing an updated Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) to reflect current all-time-high gold and silver prices, providing an updated view of project economics and potential returns.
About ESGold Corp.
ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) (OTCQB: ESAUF) (FSE: Z7D) is a fully permitted, pre-production resource company at the forefront of clean mining and exploration innovation. With proven expertise in Quebec, the Company is advancing its projects toward production and feasibility while delivering long-term value through sustainable resource recovery and exploration. ESGold's flagship Montauban property, located 80 kilometers west of Quebec City, serves as a model for responsible mining practices, combining near-term production with district-scale discovery potential.
For more information, please contact ESGold Corp. at +1-888-370-1059 or visit esgold.com for additional resources, including a French version of this press release, past news releases, a 3D model of the Montauban processing plant, media interviews, and opinion-editorial pieces.
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