What's Happening?
Locksley Resources is mobilizing a Titan HD track-mounted diamond drill rig at the El Campo prospect of the Mojave Rare Earth Element Project in San Bernardino County, California. The company plans to
begin drilling in December 2025, with an initial program of five holes approved by the US Bureau of Land Management. The drilling aims to test up to 12.1% total rare earth oxide, including 3.19% neodymium-praseodymium, and evaluate the continuity of mineralization.
Why It's Important?
The drilling initiative by Locksley Resources is crucial for the U.S. rare earth element supply chain, which is vital for various industries, including technology and defense. Establishing a stable domestic supply of rare earth elements can reduce dependency on foreign sources, enhance national security, and support economic growth. The project aligns with broader efforts to secure critical minerals and strengthen the U.S. position in the global market.
What's Next?
Following the drilling, Locksley Resources will conduct core logging, structural interpretation, sampling, assaying, and site reclamation activities. The program is expected to be completed in approximately three weeks, with further analysis to determine the project's viability. The company aims to advance its U.S.-focused rare earths strategy and contribute to the domestic supply chain of critical minerals.
