Fairchild Gold Corp. (TSX-V: FAIR) (OTC: FCHDF), a mineral exploration and development company focused on copper and gold in Nevada, has announced its membership in the Critical Minerals Forum (CMF). The CMF is a consortium sponsored by the U.S. Department of the Workforce (DoW) that brings together more than 55 companies across the critical minerals value chain. This membership grants Fairchild Gold access to federal agencies, DARPA-supported analytics, and partnership opportunities with members spanning the electric vehicle (EV), battery, semiconductor, defense, and aerospace industries.
According to Fairchild Gold, participation in the CMF strengthens its commitment to re-establishing domestic production of copper, gold, platinum group metals (PGM), antimony, and cobalt. The company aims to enhance collaboration with industry, government, and research partners to improve secure and transparent U.S. supply chains. This move aligns with growing national efforts to reduce reliance on foreign sources for critical minerals, which are essential for advanced technologies and national defense.
Fairchild Gold's recently assembled portfolio of Nevada properties includes the Nevada Titan, its flagship property located in the Goodsprings Mining District. This area is historically known for high-grade copper-gold-PGE mining and has recently been highlighted for near-surface antimony and cobalt potential. The company also has a memorandum of understanding towards acquiring the Golden Arrow property in the prolific Walker Lane Shear Zone, which encompasses two principal resource areas: Gold Coin and Hidden Hill. These areas have a combined measured, indicated, and inferred resource base outlined in an NI 43-101 report by Mine Development Associates. Additionally, Fairchild's Carlin Queen property is an advanced-stage gold-silver project located at the intersection of the Carlin and Midas-Hollister gold trends.
By leveraging these properties, Fairchild Gold is positioning itself to contribute significantly to the domestic supply of critical minerals. The company's strategy focuses on creating long-term shareholder value through disciplined exploration, strategic partnerships, and responsible development practices. The CMF membership is expected to provide Fairchild with valuable connections to federal agencies and advanced analytics from DARPA, which could accelerate its exploration and development efforts.
The Critical Minerals Forum is part of broader U.S. government initiatives to secure supply chains for materials critical to economic and national security. With over 55 members, the forum serves as a platform for collaboration across the entire value chain, from mining to end-use applications. Fairchild Gold's inclusion underscores the importance of domestic mineral exploration in meeting the growing demand for copper, gold, and other critical minerals needed for EV batteries, semiconductors, and defense systems.
For more information about Fairchild Gold, visit the company's newsroom at http://ibn.fm/FAIR. The full press release can be viewed at https://ibn.fm/9YRXb.
