Ranchero Gold Corp. (TSX.V:RNCH) has appointed Andrew Wilson as an independent director and chair of the Audit Committee. Wilson, founder of Stellium, brings extensive experience in capital markets and natural resources. Martyn Buttenshaw has resigned as an officer and employee but remains a director. Ranchero continues to focus on early-stage gold exploration, particularly at the Sandspit project in British Columbia.
Capitan Silver Corp. signed a Letter of Intent to acquire seven mineral concessions (2,171.4 hectares) adjacent to its Cruz de Plata project in Durango, Mexico, from Minera Fresnillo for US$4M. This expands Capitan’s land by 85%, extends the silver-gold trend by 1.2 km, and enhances exploration and development potential. Closing is expected within 90 days, pending due diligence.
Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. reported Q1 2025 production of 3,688,129 silver equivalent ounces, including 1,590,063 silver ounces, 20,719 tonnes zinc, 2,718 tonnes lead, and 279 tonnes copper from its Bolivian and Mexican mines. Despite seasonal slowdowns in Bolivia, strong Mexican operations and strategic silver focus drove results, with 10,135 meters of underground development completed.
Kingsmen Resources Ltd. (TSXV: KNG) is advancing its Las Coloradas silver project in Chihuahua, Mexico’s Parral mining district. The historic mine, with high-grade silver veins, is undergoing a 14-hole drilling program following a $1.135 million raise. Targeting untapped depth potential along a 1.7 km corridor, Kingsmen aims to establish itself as a key explorer in this prolific region.
Chesapeake Gold Corp. announced a $4.44M non-brokered private placement of 3.7M units at $1.20 each, with Eric Sprott as the sole subscriber. Each unit includes one share and half a warrant, exercisable at $1.65 for three years. Proceeds will advance leach technology, exploration, and working capital. The placement, subject to TSX Venture Exchange approval, involves a related party transaction.
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