Mercer International, Inc.

Mercado Minerals Ltd. is a mineral exploration company focused on the acquisition and evaluation of silver and gold projects in the Americas, with a primary emphasis on properties in Canada and the United States. The company’s activities center on identifying high-potential mineral deposits and advancing them through disciplined exploration and strategic development. Mercado Minerals has been notably involved in the exploration of the Porter Property, located in the Alberni Mining Division of British Columbia, which forms a key part of its portfolio. By targeting precious metals, particularly silver, the company plays a role in supporting the supply chain for critical resources used in both industrial and investment sectors. Mercado Minerals Ltd. operates within the broader mining industry, contributing to regional economic development and resource discovery in North America.