Uranium Explorer Launches Extensive Drilling Campaign in Athabasca Basin

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1. Ownership and Share Structure Information

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Skyharbour Resources Ltd. (SYH:TSX.V; SYHBF:OTCQX; SC1P:FSE) announced the initiation of its drilling operations at the RL project, located in the eastern Athabasca Basin of northern Saskatchewan, according to a May 20 release.

This extensive 53,192-hectare project, which includes 16 claims, forms part of the larger Russell Lake Joint Ventures and is positioned next to Skyharbour's 100%-owned Moore Lake Project east of Denison’s flagship Wheeler River project. The area benefits from substantial regional infrastructure such as an exploration camp, provincial highways, and access to the provincial power grid.

Skyharbour, which holds an 80% interest and serves as the operator of the project, has embarked on a comprehensive exploration program that includes a large-scale ground electromagnetic (EM) survey and plans for diamond drilling of 4,000 to 5,000 meters across 10 to 14 holes targeting several high-priority areas this year. Denison Mines Corp., the joint venture partner, holds the remaining 20% stake and has committed to funding its share of up to CA$10 million in exploration expenditures on the property.

The RL property is known for its numerous promising target areas, such as Christie Lake, Blue Steel, Taylor Bay, Maverick Extension, South Russell, and Kowalchuk Lake. Recent and ongoing ground EM surveys are refining and prioritizing these targets along key structural corridors and underexplored conductors. The forthcoming phase of targeted diamond drilling aims to explore these high-potential targets, integrating historical data, recent drilling outcomes, and new geophysical interpretations to guide the exploration efforts.

"We are excited to commence drilling at the RL Project, which is a sizeable property with substantial discovery potential across numerous target areas, most of which have been the subject of limited modern exploration," President and Chief Executive Officer Jordan Trimble said. "As the majority owner and operator of these claims within the broader Russell Lake JV project area, we are pleased to be working with our strategic funding partner, Denison, to expedite the discovery process with less equity dilution."

Trimble continued, "This drilling at RL is part of a larger planned +15,000-meter, multi-phased drill campaign at Russell this year, bringing the total planned drilling to +30,000 meters across six projects in our portfolio. These fully-funded, ongoing drilling programs between us and our partner companies provide Skyharbour with strong rerate potential and unique multi-project optionality."

Maverick Trend EM Survey Completed

Earlier in the winter of 2026, a ground EM survey was successfully completed along the regional Maverick Trend, which extends into the RL property from the adjacent Moore Project managed by Skyharbour, the release noted. This survey, covering 60 line-kilometers across four lines, targeted an airborne EM anomaly first detected in a 2013 VTEM survey. Currently, a large-scale moving loop and fixed loop EM survey is in progress over the Kowalchuk anomaly, aiming to refine the data obtained from historical airborne EM surveys. Historically, drilling in the Kowalchuk area had encountered anomalous radioactivity, but lacked the detailed ground-based geophysical data now being collected. The ongoing survey, which plans to cover 36 line-kilometers, is expected to be completed next month.

The South Russell target area, located in the west-central section of the RL project adjacent to Orano's Getty-Russell project, has been identified as a key focus for the initial phase of drilling. This area, last drilled in 2008 by Hathor Exploration Ltd., has undergone extensive remodeling and reinterpretation of historical drilling and geophysical data, revealing several high-priority untested targets. An initial drilling phase here will consist of 2,500 to 3,000 meters across six to eight holes.

The Skyharbour technical team, along with the drill crew, has already mobilized to the South Russell target area and begun drilling operations. Following this, the Kowalchuk area will see an additional four to six drill holes, totaling 1,500 to 2,000 meters, aimed at testing discrete conductors identified through the ongoing ground EM survey, the company said.

Non-Brokered Private Placement Helps Fund Campaign

Earlier in May, Skyharbour announced the completion of a non-brokered private placement to fund its 2026 exploration activities.

The total gross proceeds of the placement, CA$5.25 million, will enable the company to continue exploration and drilling operations at its co-flagship Russell Lake and Moore Lake uranium projects in the Athabasca Basin.

This funding round attracted significant interest and was fully subscribed by several strategic institutional investors, the release noted. In this transaction, the company issued 9,052,395 flow-through (FT) shares, priced at 58 cents each. With approximately CA$13 million now in the treasury, the company is fully funded for all planned 2026 drilling activities.

Co. 'Increasingly Well Positioned'

In a recent update by Jeff Clark and Daniel Flynn from The Gold Advisor, significant developments at Skyharbour were highlighted, particularly concerning the company's 100%-owned Moore Project. The project is strategically positioned just 15 kilometers east of Denison Mines' Wheeler River project, which has recently been approved for construction, and 39 kilometers south of Cameco Corp.'s (CCO:TSX; CCJ:NYSE) McArthur River mine and nearby Key Lake mill, the world's largest high-grade uranium operation.

Skyharbour is planning an extensive drilling program at Moore, with up to 10,000 meters of multi-phase diamond drilling intended to explore the potential for the project to mirror the success of these notable neighboring sites.

The initial phase of this drilling campaign is set to include 10 to 12 holes along the Maverick trend, focusing first on Nomad, a newly identified target from last year described as a broad, structurally controlled hydrothermal system. The exploration at Nomad will concentrate on priority gravity anomalies and new electromagnetic (EM) conductors identified in recent surveys. Additionally, Skyharbour is incorporating AI-assisted modeling to refine and prioritize drilling targets at the Moore Project, aiming to enhance the efficiency of the drilling operations and guide future exploratory efforts.

Skyharbour has secured a renewed three-year drill permit for the Moore Project, valid through March 2029, which supports the company's long-term exploration strategy in this uranium-rich area. The ongoing exploration at Moore is seen as a significant opportunity for discovery that could greatly enhance Skyharbour's market valuation. The success of this exploration hinges on the geological results, with the potential for positive outcomes to swiftly boost market sentiment towards the company.

Beyond the Moore Project, Skyharbour's prospects are bolstered by other strategic initiatives. Notably, the company finalized a transformative Strategic Agreement with Denison at the Russell Lake JV in late 2025, bringing Denison on as both a strategic and funding partner to advance the Russell project alongside Skyharbour. Furthermore, Skyharbour's extensive portfolio of 43 projects in the Athabasca region is being actively explored by various partner companies as part of Skyharbour’s Prospect Generator business. These partnerships have secured option agreements that could bring over CA$76 million in exploration expenditures, more than CA$26 million in stock issuances, and CA$16 million in cash payments to Skyharbour, contingent on these partners fulfilling their earn-in commitments.

Clark and Flynn concluded, "Put it all together, and Skyharbour looks increasingly well positioned to make a meaningful discovery at a time when the uranium market is strengthening."

Analyst: Moore Maiden Resource Estimate Will Be a Catalyst

Analyst Sid Rajeev of Fundamental Research Corp. noted that Skyharbour is undertaking its most ambitious annual drill campaign to date in a February 5 research update. Efforts will be concentrated at the Moore project and the newly established Russell Lake joint venture. Rajeev emphasized that a key objective for the Moore project is to produce a maiden resource estimate, which he believes will greatly increase the project's potential and act as a significant catalyst for the company.

Additionally, Rajeev pointed out that Skyharbour is poised to benefit from several positive developments, including improved sentiment in the uranium market, exploration funded by partners, and extensive drilling activities at both Moore and Russell Lake.

He maintained a Buy rating on Skyharbour, raising his fair value estimate from CA$1.12 to CA$1.16 per share, attributing this adjustment to the company’s expanded portfolio and strategic drilling initiatives, which are well-positioned to capitalize on potential upturns in the sector.

In a separate analysis from January 15, David Talbot, managing director and head of equity research at Red Cloud, kept his target price for Skyharbour steady at CA$0.65 per share. Talbot's valuation suggests a potential 48% return, underscoring a positive outlook for the company's stock.

The Catalyst: AI Is Stretching Power Grids

According to a report by Maria Basso, James Mazurek, and Eric Enselme on the World Economic Forum site on December 11, 2025, the rapid expansion of AI workloads is increasingly positioning electricity availability as a crucial factor for innovation and competitiveness.

"Data-center electricity demand is expected to double by 2030, and recent research from Cornell warns that, without smarter siting and efficiency gains, AI data centers could strain U.S. power systems by 2030 (adding emissions equivalent to 5-10 million cars and consuming water equal to 6-10 million households annually)," the authors wrote.

This burgeoning demand is already causing economic ripple effects, with several U.S. states experiencing sharp increases in electricity prices. These hikes are partly due to the growth of data centers, which is also contributing to wholesale market pressures that ultimately affect household electricity bills. A similar scenario is unfolding internationally. For instance, in Ireland, data centers currently account for over 22% of the national electricity usage, a figure that is expected to rise to 30% by 2030. This surge is contributing to grid strain and escalating household electricity costs.

The World Nuclear Association has highlighted uranium as a crucial energy-linked mineral over the last six decades, according to a May 11 report by Amy Rotman for Mining.com.au. Currently, the primary uranium mining operations are located in Canada, Namibia, Kazakhstan, and Australia, with new exploration areas emerging globally. The uranium market experienced significant challenges following the 2011 Fukushima incident, which led several countries to move away from nuclear energy, resulting in a sharp decline in uranium prices and the closure of numerous mines. However, since 2020, there has been a noticeable recovery in uranium prices, signaling a shift in global sentiment towards nuclear power.

This positive shift is largely due to the recognition of nuclear energy as a vital low-carbon source that can contribute to meeting global emissions targets and enhancing energy security, the article said. At COP28 in December 2023, a declaration was made to triple nuclear energy capacity by 2050, underscoring its essential role in achieving net-zero emissions. This initiative garnered support from over 20 countries, including major players like the U.S., Canada, France, Japan, the U.K., and others from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The commitment was reinforced at COP30, with participation expanding to 33 countries.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has described the goal to triple nuclear capacity by 2050 as ambitious, projecting a potential doubling of capacity to between 561 gigawatt electric (GWe) and 992 GWe. This expansion would solidify nuclear power as a key component of the global clean energy transition. As of November 19, 2025, the world has 376.3 GWe of nuclear capacity from 416 operational reactors, Rotman reported.

Ownership and Share Structure¹

Institutional and strategic holders account for roughly 55% of the share structure, retail approximately 40%, and management and insiders approximately 5%. President and CEO Jordan Trimble holds a 1.52% stake, and Director David Cates holds approximately 0.83%.

Skyharbour has 221.1 million shares outstanding and a market capitalization of CA$99.5 million. Its 52-week trading range spans CA$0.28 to CA$0.66 per share.