ARCI Reports 70,138 Metres of Drilling at Toka Tindung Gold Mine

Exploration activities at the Toka Tindung gold mine recorded 244 drill holes with a total depth of 70,138 meters during the first nine months of 2026, according to Investasi.

The activities were carried out by PT Maxidrill Indonesia using Diamond Drilling (DD) and Reverse Circulation (RC) methods to support mineral exploration.

ARCI conducted drilling in stages throughout the first three quarters of 2026. Each period recorded different numbers of drill holes and drilling depths in line with the exploration work plan.

In the first quarter of 2026, drilling covered 76 holes with a total depth of 20,793 meters. The second quarter subsequently recorded 87 holes with a depth of 25,149 meters.

Meanwhile, the third quarter of 2026 recorded 81 drill holes with a total depth of 24,196 meters.

ARCI selectively determines exploration areas based on historical exploration results indicating potential mineralization.

In addition to historical data, area selection also takes into account available geological information and interpretation results. This approach is used to optimize opportunities to discover economically viable mineral resources.

The Toka Tindung gold mine is located approximately 35 kilometers northeast of Manado, North Sulawesi. ARCI owns 100% of the mine through MSM and TTN.

The Toka Tindung operating area comprises two Contracts of Work (CoWs) covering a total area of 39,817 hectares. The concession areas are located within North Minahasa Regency and Bitung City, North Sulawesi.

In its report, ARCI stated that the Contracts of Work held by MSM and TTN remain valid until 2041.

Both companies have the right to apply for extensions under amendments to the applicable mining legislation.

The extensions may take the form of Special Mining Business Licenses (IUPK) for the continuation of operations under the Contracts of Work.

Under these provisions, MSM and TTN are eligible for two extensions, each with a maximum term of 10 years.

The expansion of exploration activities forms part of ARCI's efforts to evaluate resource potential within the mining areas it manages.

By combining drilling methods with geological data analysis, the company is mapping mineralization potential in designated areas.

Source: https://suaragarut.id/arci-pengeboran-toka-tindung#google_vignette

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