Ares Strategic Mining Discovers High-Value Germanium in Addition to Gallium in its Fluorspar Ore
Ares Strategic Mining Discovers High-Value Germanium in
Addition to Gallium in its Fluorspar Ore
Vancouver, B.C., 16th September 2025 – Ares Strategic Mining Inc. (CSE: ARS) (OTC: ARSMF)
(FRA: N8I1) is pleased to report a promising breakthrough from its ongoing materials analysis
program in partnership with Iowa State University (ISU) and Ames Na Ronal Laboratory. Early
laboratory results have confirmed the presence of germanium (Ge), in addiRon to the previously
discovered gallium (Ga) - two highly strategic cri Rcal minerals - within Ares’ fluorspar ore
samples from its Spor Mountain Project in Utah.
Germanium (Ge) is vital for semiconductors, fiber opRcs, infrared opRcs, and solar cells. It is
extremely rare, with global producRon dominated by China.
Breakthrough Elemental Discovery
Under the guidance of Professors at ISU, Ares submi\ed mulRple batches of fluorite material for
advanced analyRcal tesRng. Seven separate samples were finely ground and washed to remove
surface impuriRes, with Germanium (⁶⁹Ge) detected in two samples at concentraRons of 0.15%
and 0.05% (1,500 ppm and 500 ppm), with low error margins of ±0.02% and ±0.01%
respecRvely, confirmed using InducRvely Coupled Plasma OpRcal Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-
OES).
James Walker, CEO of Ares Strategic Mining, stated “the presence of both germanium and
gallium - both criRcal minerals on the U.S. supply risk list - within our fluorspar ores opens an
exciRng new strategic pathway for Ares. This breakthrough aligns with our broader vision to
unlock addiRonal criRcal mineral value from our deposits, further di fferenRaRng Ares as a
leader in North America’s mineral independence.”
Next Steps in Strategic Mineral Development
With proof-of-concept tesRng complete, Ares will:
• ConRnue advanced laboratory characterizaRon to quanRfy full germanium and gallium
concentraRons across addiRonal batches.
• InvesRgate commercial pathways to extract and recover these materials alongside
fluorspar .
• Evaluate potenRal economic co-products and verRcal integraRon opportuniRes.
This iniRaRve forms part of Ares’ broader commitment to maximizing the value of its resource
and contribuRng to domesRc supply chain resiliency for criRcal materials in the United States.
About Ares Strategic Mining
Ares Strategic Mining Inc. is a mining company focused on the development of its fluorspar
projects in the U.S. The Company aims to become a significant supplier of high-grade fluorspar
to North American markets, suppor Rng industries vital to modern technology and
infrastructure.
Lost Sheep Fluorspar Project – Delta, Utah
• 100% owned – 5,982 acres – 353 Claims
• Located in the Spor Mountain area, Juab County, Utah, approximately 214 km south-
west of Salt Lake City.
• Fully Permi\ed – including mining permits.
• NI 43-101 Technical Report idenRfied extensive high-grade fluorspar with low levels
of impuriRes.
• Mining plan approved by BLM 1
First approved by Rex Rowley – Area Manager, Bureau of Land Management – 24th August 1992.
Renewed by Paul B. Baker – Minerals Program Manager, Bureau of Land Management – 12th December 2016.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
ARES STRATEGIC MINING INC.
James Walker
Chief Executive Officer and President
For further information, please contact James Walker by email at [email protected]
DISCLOSURE AND FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS:
Companies typically rely on comprehensive feasibility reports on mineral reserve es:mates to reduce the
risks and uncertain:es associated with a produc:on decision. Historically, situa:ons where the issuer
decides to put a mineral project into produc:on without first establishing mineral reserves supported by
a technical report and comple:ng a feasibility study have a higher risk of economic or technical failure,
though some industrial mineral ventures are rela:vely simple opera:ons with low levels of investment
and risk, where the opera:ng en:ty has determined that a formal prefeasibility or feasibility study in
conformance with NI 43-101 and 43-101 CP is not required for a produc:on decision. Based on historical
engineering work, geological reports, historical produc:on data and current engineering work completed
or in the process by Ares, the Company intends to move forward with the development of its Utah asset.
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