DLP Resources reports 48m of 1.03% copper in a trench on the 100% owned Esperanza Porphyry Copper-Molybdenum Project

DLP Resources Inc. has announced encouraging geochemical results from trench sampling at its 100%-owned Esperanza Porphyry Copper-Molybdenum Project in British Columbia. The company completed rock chip-panel sampling across four additional trenches and an access road within the exotic copper zone, which extends over approximately 300m x 700m. The results demonstrate consistent copper mineralization with intervals ranging from 10 to 96 meters and average copper oxide values between 0.19% and 1.03%.

The standout result came from Trench T6_026, which returned 86m at 0.73% copper from surface, including a higher-grade interval of 48m at 1.03% copper from 36m to 84m depth. Other notable intersections include Trench T5_026 with 66m at 0.66% copper and Trench T7A_026 with 96m at 0.54% copper, both from surface. These results build upon previous trench results reported on March 9, 2026, and collectively confirm the presence of near-surface copper oxide mineralization along the structural flank of a mapped porphyry system.

The geological characteristics observed, including quartz veining, hydrothermal breccias, tourmaline alteration, and the mapped alteration patterns, suggest the presence of a shallow porphyry copper-molybdenum system located southeast of the exotic copper zone. This geological interpretation is significant as porphyry systems typically host large-tonnage, lower-grade copper deposits that form the backbone of global copper supply.

DLP's CEO expressed strong confidence in the results and outlined plans for Phase 2 detailed sampling and additional geophysical surveys to define drill targets for later in 2026. The systematic approach to exploration and the consistent copper grades across multiple trenches spanning a substantial area indicate potential for a significant copper discovery. The project's location in British Columbia, a mining-friendly jurisdiction with established infrastructure, adds to its strategic value in the current environment of strong copper demand driven by electrification and energy transition initiatives.