Question 1

When did Tamar Minerals begin drilling in Cornwall?

Accepted Answer

Tamar Minerals commenced drilling in Cornwall on 15 July 2026, when contractor mobilisation and site permissions enabled the planned drill programme and the first hole(s) were started.

Question 2

How much does Tamar Minerals pay for its contracted exploration head arrangement through MET Mineral Resources?

Accepted Answer

Tamar’s combined cost for having Sam Bolton as full-time head of exploration under contract from MET Mineral Resources (wholly owned by chairman Mark Thompson) is £192,000 per year.

Question 3

Who is Tamar Minerals’ chief executive appointed in 2026?

Accepted Answer

In 2026, Tamar Minerals appointed Dominic Claridge as chief executive, with a requirement to work a minimum of two days per week.

Question 4

When is the Great Wheal Vor drilling rig mobilising?

Accepted Answer

The Great Wheal Vor drilling rig is mobilising on 27 July, with drilling expected to start shortly after.

Question 5

What is the annual cost of Tamar Minerals’ contracted leadership model?

Accepted Answer

Tamar Minerals’ contracted leadership model is costed at £192,000 per year and has been disclosed as a related party transaction under Aquis rules.

Question 6

Who will oversee Tamar Minerals' Cornwall tin and copper drill program?

Accepted Answer

Tamar Minerals' Cornwall tin and copper exploration drill programme is planned to be run under a contracted team with operational oversight by newly appointed CEO Dominic Claridge.

Timeline

Tamar Minerals

Tamar Minerals starts drilling at Great Wheal Vor

Tamar Minerals names Dominic Claridge as CEO

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