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Gordon Mining agrees to acquire Tungsten Tail project in New Mexico

2026-10-21

Gordon Mining has announced a definitive agreement to acquire the Tungsten Tail Project in Sierra County, New Mexico, marking a strategic entry into domestic tungsten exploration. This acquisition encompasses 41 unpatented lode mining claims covering approximately 847 acres, situated in a historically active mining district with documented tungsten occurrences. The move positions Gordon Mining to explore a critical mineral resource within the United States, aligning with national priorities for secure supply chains and leveraging historical data and recent geological surveys to guide future drilling efforts.

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