Sunshine Silver Mining & Refining has expanded its consolidated mineral rights position in Idaho's Silver Valley by approximately 14,100 acres, or 60%, to approximately 38,000 acres. The company also announced a multi-year, 45,000-meter surface exploration program targeting East Sunshine, Rock Creek and Pine Creek, with drilling expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026. Sunshine said the program will assess mineralization beyond the current Sunshine Mine resource and follows a 2025 reconnaissance campaign that identified multiple drill-ready targets. Separately, underground infill drilling at the Sunshine Mine is expected to produce additional results in the fourth quarter as the company advances work for a planned 2027 feasibility study.