Neotech Metals Corp. Engages Dahrouge Geological for Targeting and Modelling at Hecla-Kilmer

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Neotech Metals Corp. (NTMFF) has engaged Dahrouge Geological Consulting for geological modelling, targeting, and database review at its Hecla-Kilmer (H/K) Niobium and Rare Earth Element project. The agreement, signed on February 4, 2025, comes with a projected cost of $51,000.

Dahrouge will evaluate geochemical, structural, and lithological boundaries for Niobium and REE mineralization at H/K, and assist in planning future drill campaigns to extend and delineate the REE mineralized zone. The firm specializes in REEs and has experience in resource estimation and economic assessments.

Preliminary findings from the 2024 exploration program are currently under assessment and will be confirmed with Dahrouge in Q1 2025. Additional work is planned for the summer 2025 exploration season.

Positive

• Engagement of experienced geological consulting firm specialized in REEs
• Planned extension and delineation of REE mineralized zone
• Structured approach to geological assessment and future drill planning

Negative

• Additional capital expenditure of $51,000 for consulting services

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 10, 2025) - Neotech Metals Corp. (CSE: NTMC) (OTCQB: NTMFF) (FSE: V690) ("Neotech" or "the Company") is pleased to announce that on February 4, 2025 it entered into an agreement with Dahrouge Geological Consulting Ltd. ("Dahrouge") for geological modelling, targeting, and database review at Neotech's Hecla-Kilmer ("H/K") Niobium and Rare Earth Element ("REE") project. Dahrouge is a renowned firm in the mineral exploration industry, specializing in REEs with additional experience in resource estimation and economic assessments. The projected cost of the project is $51,000.

Dahrouge will be tasked to evaluate the geochemical, structural, and lithological boundaries that may contain Niobium and REE mineralization observed at H/K. They will assist in planning future drill campaigns that will both extend and delineate the REE mineralized zone. Their expertise and knowledge will aid in realizing the identified potential for the unique REE apatite hosted deposit.

Preliminary findings from the 2024 exploration program are still being assessed and finalized, which will be used to develop additional studies with Dahrouge. The findings from the 2024 H/K program will be confirmed with Dahrouge in Q1 of 2025, which will then determine subsequent programs at H/K.

"I'm pleased to be working with the experienced and talented team at Dahrouge," said CEO Reagan Glazier. "We're eager to further develop and understand H/K and believe Dahrouge's insight as well as perspective will be invaluable."

Additional work is expected to be conducted in the summer 2025 exploration season. Further updates with ongoing developments will be provided in the future.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD
Reagan Glazier, Chief Executive Officer and Director
Neotech Metals Corp.

About the Neotech Metals

Neotech Metals Corp. is a mineral exploration company dedicated to discovering and developing valuable mineral resources within promising jurisdictions around the world. With a strong commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable practices, Neotech is positioned to make a positive impact while maximizing the potential of its exploration properties.

The Company has a diversified portfolio of Rare-Earth Element and Rare Metals projects, including the H/K, located 20 km from the Otter Rapids 180MW hydroelectric power generation station and active Ontario Northway railway, along with its TREO and Foothills projects located in British Columbia. All three projects are 100% wholly-owned.

Qualified Person

Technical Information for this news release has been prepared in accordance with the Canadian regulatory requirements set out in National Instrument 43-101. Jared Galenzoski VP Exploration, P.Geo., and Qualified Person, has reviewed and approved all of the data and statements made for this news release.

Contact Information

Reagan Glazier, CEO and Director
reagan@neotechmetals.com
+1 403-815-6663

*TREO (Total Rare-Earth Oxides) has been used to express the results in the press release. TREO is calculated by converting the elemental ppm to Rare-Earth Oxides using a conversion factor and is the summation of CeO₂ + La₂O₃ + Pr₆O₁₁ + Nd₂O₃ + Sm₂O₃ + Eu₂O₃ + Gd₂O₃ + Tb₄O₇ + Dy₂O₃ + Ho₂O₃ + Er₂O₃ + Tm₂O₃ + Yb₂O₃ + Lu₂O₃ + Y₂O₃.

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FAQ

What is the cost of Neotech Metals' (NTMFF) engagement with Dahrouge Geological?

The projected cost of Dahrouge Geological's services for the Hecla-Kilmer project is $51,000.

When will Neotech Metals (NTMFF) confirm its 2024 H/K program findings?

The 2024 H/K program findings will be confirmed with Dahrouge in Q1 of 2025.

What is the scope of Dahrouge's work for Neotech Metals' (NTMFF) H/K project?

Dahrouge will evaluate geochemical, structural, and lithological boundaries for Niobium and REE mineralization, and assist in planning future drill campaigns.

When is Neotech Metals (NTMFF) planning additional exploration work at Hecla-Kilmer?

Additional exploration work is expected to be conducted in the summer 2025 exploration season.