Alaska

Trilogy Metals Inc. (TMQ-TSX, NYSE) has achieved a key milestone at its Arctic project, a VMS (volcanogenic massive sulfide) deposit in northwestern Alaska's Ambler Mining district. This matters to supply chain analysts because VMS deposits typically contain critical minerals including copper, zinc, and precious metals that are essential for technology manufacturing and energy transition infrastructure.

International Tower Hill Mines Ltd. has appointed a feasibility study team for its Alaska gold project, advancing the development timeline. This represents progress toward potential gold production in a geopolitically stable jurisdiction, which matters to investors seeking exposure to precious metals outside traditional mining regions.

Graphite One's Alaska graphite project is scheduled for a permitting decision on September 29, 2026, under the FAST-41 review process. This timeline is critical for U.S. domestic graphite supply development, as graphite is essential for EV battery production.