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Overview

Trek Metals Limited is an Australian company focused on the exploration and development of mineral properties. Initially established as Zambezi Resources Limited, the company underwent a name change to Trek Metals Limited in January 2017. Since its incorporation in 2007, Trek Metals has embarked on exploring various types of mineral deposits across different projects located in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Its engagements span across a diverse range of minerals including lithium, caesium, tantalum, manganese, nickel-copper sulphide, zinc, lead, silver, gold, sediment-hosted base metals, and iron ore. The company's strategic focus on this richly mineralized region positions it to potentially capitalize on the increasing demand for these resources, driven by global trends in technology, construction, and renewable energy sectors.

Products and Services

• Lithium, Caesium, and Tantalum Exploration

  Trek Metals carries out exploration activities for lithium, caesium, and tantalum through projects like the Tambourah Lithium project. Located southeast of the Pilgangoora lithium mine site, this project represents Trek Metals' commitment to contributing to the lithium supply chain, vital for battery technology and renewable energy solutions.

• Manganese Exploration

  The Hendeka Manganese project in the Pilbara region underscores the company's involvement in manganese exploration. Manganese is crucial for steel production and battery technology, highlighting the project's strategic importance in Trek Metals' portfolio.

• Nickel-Copper Sulphide and Zinc-Lead-Silver Exploration

  Through the Jimblebar project, Trek Metals explores for nickel-copper sulphide, a combination important for various industrial applications including batteries and stainless steel manufacturing. Simultaneously, the Pincunah project, with its Valley of the Gossans prospect, focuses on zinc, lead, and silver - metals essential for construction, automotive, and electronics industries.

• Gold and Sediment-hosted Base Metals Exploration

  The exploration for gold and sediment-hosted base metals forms another crucial part of Trek Metals' operations. Gold has perennial demand due to its use in jewelry, investment, and technology. Sediment-hosted base metals like copper are pivotal for electrical wiring, plumbing, and renewable energy technologies.

• Iron Ore Exploration

  Iron ore, being a primary component in steel manufacturing, represents another area of focus for Trek Metals. The demand for steel in construction, automotive, and infrastructure development ensures the strategic relevance of iron ore exploration within the company’s portfolio.