Blue Moon Metals Completes Feasibility Study for Nussir Project in Norway
Blue Moon Metals announced the completion of a feasibility study for its Nussir project, located in northern Norway. The Feasibility Study results are supported by an independent technical report prepared in accordance with National Instrument 43-101 - Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. The Feasibility Study was commissioned by Blue Moon and carried out by Worley Europe Limited with an effective date of April 14, 2026. The Feasibility Study provides an update to certain previously prepared studies on the Project, including a 2023 study of feasibility prepared in accordance with the Joint Ore Reserves Committee Code, and the technical report titled "Report 43-101 Technical Report On The Mineral Resources Of The Nussir And Ulveryggen Projects, Norway", dated January 24, 2025 with an effective date of January 20, 2025, prepared by Adam Wheeler. This Feasibility Study considers only the underground resource estimate in the Nussir deposit and not the Ulveryggen deposit. The Company believes the results of the Feasibility Study confirm the Project's potential as a robust, long-life asset with strong economics, including base case average annual free cash flow of $77 million. The FS outlines a 13-year mine life, while the deposit remains open to the west and at depth, providing significant upside potential for future resource growth and mine life extension. The opportunities section as outlined below, shows the economics of adding 5 years to the mine life utilizing 50% of the inferred resources adds 52% to the base case consensus pricing after-tax NPV 8%. The Feasibility Study provides strong support to allow Blue Moon to make a final investment decision and it confirms the timeline to hot commissioning of the process plant is Q3 2027. Highlights: Total measured and indicated resource for Project is 28.72 Mt at 1.20% CuEq grade. Total proven and probable reserve estimate is 24.98 Mt at 0.99% CuEq grade. Life of mine is 13 years with nominal mill throughput of 6,000 tonnes per day. Life of Mine average annual production of 19 kt of CuEq including an average of 3,600 ounces of gold and 546,000 ounces of silver in the consensus price scenario. LOM total cash costs of $0.95 per pound of copper and all-in sustaining costs of $2.05 per pound of copper resulting in an all-in sustaining cost cashflow margin of 43% utilizing consensus pricing. After-tax Net Present Value of $235 million at a long-term copper price of $4.78 per pound, gold price of $3,515 per ounce and silver price of $45.26 per ounce. At consensus pricing the payable metal mix breakdown is 77% copper, 6% gold and 13% silver. After-tax Internal Rate of Return of 19% for the 13 year mine life and consensus pricing and 31% at spot pricing. Initial capital expenditures of $184 million. Additionally, the Company has advanced the basic engineering for the Project and has placed purchase orders for the long lead equipment required for the process plant. The Company has also purchased the main power transformer for the project to de-risk Project execution schedule. So far, approximately $46.7 million has been spent by Blue Moon on the Project; the decline advance is 1,548 meters as of April 15, 2026, and is expected to be in proximity to the target mineralized material in mid-2026.
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- Nasdaq Closing Ceremony: Blue Moon Metals participated in the Nasdaq Closing Bell Ceremony on April 20, 2026, with CEO Christian Kargl-Simard leading the event alongside board members and management, showcasing the company's growing influence in the U.S. market.
- Post-Listing Performance: Since its listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market on January 26, 2026, under the ticker 'BMM', Blue Moon has significantly increased its liquidity and institutional investor base, facilitating its U.S. brownfield growth strategy.
- Project Advancement: The company is advancing five brownfield polymetallic projects, including the Nussir copper-gold-silver project in Norway and the Blue Moon zinc-gold-silver-copper project in the U.S., all of which are well-positioned with existing infrastructure and meet critical metal demands for the global economy and national security.
- Major Shareholder Support: Key shareholders include prominent investment firms such as Teck Resources and Oaktree Capital Management, providing strong capital backing for Blue Moon's future development.

- LOI Signing: Blue Moon Metals (BMM) has entered into a non-binding letter of intent with Alpha Future Funds to merge wholly-owned subsidiaries Nye Sulitjelma Gruver and VMS Explorations, aiming to consolidate resources in Norway's Sulitjelma mining district and advance mining integration efforts.
- Historic Mine Restart: The Sulitjelma mining district produced over 470,000 tons of copper and 120,000 ounces of gold during its operational life until its closure in 1991, and it benefits from excellent existing surface and underground infrastructure that is ready for refurbishment, which is expected to support future mining activities.
- Exploration Success: An exploration campaign conducted by VMS last year resulted in two new copper-gold discoveries and identified 18 additional drill targets, indicating significant mineral potential in the area that could provide crucial resources for Blue Moon Metals' future development.
- Clear Strategic Goals: Blue Moon Metals and Alpha Future Funds are committed to restarting the Sulitjelma mining district, aiming to re-establish Norway as a hub for metals and mining in Europe, thereby promoting regional economic development and resource utilization.
- Merger Intent Agreement: Blue Moon Metals and AFF signed a non-binding letter of intent on April 2, 2026, to merge their wholly-owned subsidiaries, NSG and VMS, aiming to integrate resources to enhance project economics and expedite production processes.
- Historical Mining Potential: NSG and VMS hold extraction and exploration permits for the Sulitjelma mining district in Norway, which produced over 470 kt of copper and 120 koz of gold over a century, with existing infrastructure ready for refurbishment, indicating strong development prospects.
- Significant Exploration Results: VMS's 2025 exploration campaign led to two new copper-gold discoveries and identified 18 drill targets based on a district-scale AEM survey, showcasing the mineral potential of the area and enhancing the outlook for the combined entity.
- Commitment to Sustainable Development: Blue Moon and AFF are dedicated to restarting the Sulitjelma mining district, aiming to re-establish Norway as a hub for metals and mining in Europe while promoting responsible mining practices and reducing environmental impact.
- Nasdaq Closing Ceremony: Blue Moon Metals participated in the Nasdaq Closing Bell Ceremony on April 20, 2026, with CEO Christian Kargl-Simard leading the event alongside board members and management, enhancing the company's market visibility.
- Post-Listing Performance: Since its listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market on January 26, 2026, under the ticker "BMM", Blue Moon has significantly increased its liquidity and institutional investor base, supporting its U.S. brownfield growth strategy.
- Project Advancement: The company is advancing five brownfield polymetallic projects, including the Nussir copper-gold-silver project in Norway and the Blue Moon zinc-gold-silver-copper project in the U.S., all well-located with existing infrastructure, aligning with critical metal demands for the global economy and national security.
- Major Shareholder Background: Major shareholders include renowned investment firms such as Teck Resources Limited and Oaktree Capital Management, reflecting strong market confidence and support for Blue Moon's future development.
- Feasibility Study Results: The feasibility study completed by Blue Moon Metals for the Nussir project indicates an average annual free cash flow of $77 million based on consensus prices, highlighting the project's strong economic potential and likely attracting investor interest.
- Mine Life Cycle: The study outlines a 13-year mine life, with significant upside potential for future resource growth and mine life extension as the deposit remains open to the west and at depth, which could further enhance the project's economic benefits.
- Capital Expenditure and Equipment Procurement: Blue Moon has placed orders for key equipment, including SAG and ball mills, with approximately $46.7 million already invested, ensuring a smooth execution timeline and reducing project execution risks.
- Economic Impact Assessment: The project is expected to create approximately 200 direct or indirect jobs at peak construction and around 100 during commercial production, providing a sustained boost to the local economy and generating approximately $293 million in tax revenues for the government.
- Drilling Progress: Blue Moon Metals has made significant progress in its Q1-2026 drilling activities at the Nussir Copper-Gold-Silver Project in Norway, combining deep navigational drilling with surface infill drilling to support ongoing geological evaluation.
- Deep Mineralization Expansion: The deep directional drilling program targets high-grade intercepts at 1.2 km depth to the west, which is expected to expand the currently known deep mineralization and enhance resource potential.
- Shallow Infill Program: The shallow infill drilling in the east focuses on resources to be initially exploited, ensuring effective utilization of existing resources in future mining operations.
- Strategic Implications: This drilling activity not only provides data support for the project's feasibility study but also lays the groundwork for the company's mining development in Norway, thereby enhancing its competitive position in the market.








