08:31 AM EST, 11/17/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Coppernico Metals ( CPPMF ) said Monday that it has begun a comprehensive field exploration program at the Nioc and Antapampa targets within the Sombrero Project in Peru.

The objective is to expand and better define known surface mineralization at Nioc, characterize the geochemical footprint of the larger skarn system, and identify and evaluate new mineralized zones, particularly at Antapampa, to focus exploration toward defining drill ready targets, a statement said.

The exploration program is Coppernico's first sustained, systematic evaluation in these areas.

"Sombrero represents one of the most compelling copper-gold exploration opportunities for discovery globally, with analogues to several major mines. Our collaboration and partnerships with local communities and the Peruvian government continue to expand across the region, further supporting the advancement of this exceptional project," said chief executive Ivan Bebek.