Dalaroo Metals has initiated an aggressive exploration campaign at its Blue Lagoon project in Greenland, following promising results from a preliminary reconnaissance operation last year. The company is responding to heightened demand for secure sources of critical minerals, which are essential for various technologies, including electric vehicles and renewable energy systems.
The initial fieldwork conducted in 2025 yielded significant findings, with 113 surface samples collected along a coherent 2.7-kilometre trend. The results demonstrated a remarkable 100 percent hit rate, featuring anomalous values for rare earth elements, zirconium, and niobium in every sample. Notably, peak assays revealed up to 0.81 percent total rare earth oxides (TREO), with heavy rare earth oxides (HREO) exceeding 600 parts per million (ppm) in several locations.
Rare earths, particularly dysprosium and terbium, are crucial for manufacturing strong permanent magnets used in electric vehicle motors and wind turbine generators. The findings also indicated that magnet rare earth oxides consistently comprised 25-29 percent of TREO, enriched with neodymium and other valuable elements. Additionally, analyses of hafnium and zirconium showed promising peaks, with hafnium oxide reaching 99 ppm and zirconium oxide peaking at 4.42 percent.
The exploration results have significantly boosted Dalaroo’s stock, which surged as much as 156 percent to 10.5 cents per share. Dalaroo’s Chief Executive Officer, John Morgan, remarked, “Blue Lagoon has quickly emerged as a genuinely exciting critical minerals opportunity for Dalaroo. Our maiden 2025 field program exceeded expectations, delivering project-scale confirmation of REE, zirconium and niobium mineralisation across a coherent system extending approximately 2.7 km.”
Dalaroo’s Strategic Plans for 2026
To capitalize on its recent success, Dalaroo has laid out an ambitious plan for the 2026 exploration season, set to commence early with approximately two weeks of fieldwork planned. This multifaceted approach will include ground-penetrating radar surveys to analyze sediment thickness and stratigraphy across lagoonal and shoreline areas, reaching depths of about 20 metres.
The company will also utilize side-scan sonar technology to investigate basin geometry and geomorphology in lagoon depths. Moreover, composite auger drilling across priority targets aims to assess the vertical continuity of mineralisation and its grade distribution. Following this work, Dalaroo intends to conduct detailed mineralogical and petrological sampling to better understand ore and gangue mineral relationships.
In addition to its exploration activities, Dalaroo plans to engage in early metallurgical test discussions with a consultancy in Perth to explore pathways for mineral recovery. This strategic move underscores the company’s commitment to advancing the Blue Lagoon project and its potential to contribute to the global supply of critical minerals.
Dalaroo’s entry into Greenland marks a significant shift from its previous focus on Western Australia. The company, which was listed in 2021 after raising $5 million at $0.20 per share, initially concentrated on base metals but has now diversified into critical minerals. Following its acquisition of Blue Lagoon in early January 2026, Dalaroo is positioning itself as a key player in the critical minerals sector.
Exploration and Corporate Developments
Dalaroo’s exploration portfolio extends beyond Greenland; the company is also pursuing gold projects in Côte d’Ivoire, where it holds four Birimian greenstone permits covering approximately 1,368 square kilometres. Recent changes to the board include the appointment of John Morgan as CEO in May 2025 and the addition of experienced mining executive Tim Wither as a non-executive director in November 2025.
These leadership changes aim to strengthen Dalaroo’s strategic direction and enhance its capacity to navigate the challenges of the mining sector. As the demand for critical minerals continues to rise, Dalaroo’s adaptability and focus on high-demand commodities position it well for future growth.
With the 2026 exploration program poised to transform Blue Lagoon’s surface findings into drill-ready targets, Dalaroo Metals is on track to become a notable contender in the competitive landscape of critical mineral supply. As global interest in secure, conflict-free sources of these essential materials increases, the company’s journey in Greenland could represent a significant chapter in its evolution.
