Fathom Nickel Extends Gochager Lake Mineralized Trend by 3.5 Kilometers

Fathom Nickel Inc. (CSE: FNI) (FSE: 6Q5) (OTCQB: FNICF) has announced a substantial geological expansion at its Gochager Lake project, with updated mapping confirming the host rock of the historic deposit extends consistently along strike for at least 3.5 kilometers northeast of the original mineralization. This significant extension was identified through recent prospecting and portable X-ray fluorescence (pXRF) geochemistry results, dramatically increasing the mineralized trend's potential scale.

According to Ian Fraser, CEO and VP Exploration, the company has successfully applied knowledge gained from drilling the historic deposit to surface exploration efforts. This strategic approach has enabled Fathom to significantly expand what they describe as the Gochager Lake deposit container rock along strike, representing a major advancement in understanding the project's geological framework. The company has received assays from its July 2025 program and anticipates additional rock and whole-rock geochemistry results from September-October work by mid-November as it continues developing high-quality nickel-copper-cobalt drill targets across the project area.

The implications of this geological expansion are substantial for both the company and the broader critical minerals sector. The extended mineralized trend suggests potential for additional nickel-copper-cobalt discoveries along the 3.5-kilometer strike length, which could significantly increase the project's resource potential. This development comes at a crucial time when global demand for nickel, particularly for electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy infrastructure, continues to accelerate. The company's progress can be followed through their newsroom at https://ibn.fm/FNICF.

Fathom's exploration strategy focuses on targeting magmatic nickel sulphide discoveries to support North American critical mineral supply chains and the global green energy transition. The Gochager Lake project represents one of three high-quality exploration assets in the company's Saskatchewan portfolio within the prolific Trans Hudson Corridor. Previous work at Gochager Lake has confirmed vertical extension of nickel-copper-cobalt mineralization at least 150 meters below the historic deposit boundary, with multiple high-grade vertically oriented sulphide breccia mineralization zones remaining open for expansion in all directions.

The company's broader portfolio includes the 90,000+ hectare Albert Lake Project, which hosts the historic Rottenstone Mine and has demonstrated similar mineralization extensions and new discoveries, and the 10,000+ hectare Friesen Lake Project located between the other two properties. These strategic assets position Fathom Nickel as a significant player in the search for domestic critical mineral resources essential for the transition to cleaner energy technologies. The expanded understanding of Gochager Lake's geological framework provides a stronger foundation for future exploration targeting and resource estimation, potentially accelerating the timeline for development decisions in a sector where secure nickel supply remains a strategic priority for North American economic and energy security.