7 Targets & 65 Holes over 18 Months: Coppernico Metals to Drill Sombrero Project with CEO Ivan Bebek

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers interviews Ivan Bebek, CEO of Copernico Metals, about the company's advanced exploration progress at the Sombrero Project in Peru. Bebek reveals that the company has identified seven high-potential targets—seven of which could be standalone major mines—planning to drill 65 holes over the next 18 months. The most advanced target, Tippy Concha, has shown exceptional promise with surface copper grades up to 0.6% and a massive hydrothermal system beneath, potentially capable of supporting a multi-billion dollar company valuation. The company is on the verge of securing a major drill permit, which would unlock access to these targets and enable drilling to begin in summer 2026. Bebek emphasizes the strategic importance of timing, with copper prices at $6.22/lb and a tight global supply, creating a 'perfect storm' for junior explorers. He also highlights the company’s decade-long community engagement and infrastructure development through programs like AgraDias, which helped build trust and unlock previously inaccessible regions. The episode underscores the high-risk, high-reward nature of junior mining stocks, with potential for 10x returns but also significant downside if due diligence is neglected.