Vortex Energy Corp. has provided an update on its ongoing research initiatives at the Robinsons River Salt Project in partnership with the University of Alberta. These studies are aimed at evaluating the suitability of the salt complex for potential underground H₂ storage applications.

The results from core hole VTX-23-W-1 were presented by researchers at the University of Alberta (U of A) at GeoConvention in Calgary, which detailed the mineralogical and petrological characteristics of the Robinsons River Salt Complex. Key findings included the identification of distinct lithological units and assessment of halite purity, impurity fractions, and sealing properties, all factors critical to evaluating underground H₂ storage potential.

Further laboratory investigations by U of A researchers are ongoing on core samples from VTX-23-W-2. X-ray Diffraction (XRD) analysis has been completed on selected intervals to determine mineralogical variability with depth. Porosity and permeability testing has begun, with data from the first test sample currently under review. Geomechanical studies are also underway using a tri-axial core holder and CT-scanned samples to evaluate wellbore stability under simulated stress conditions.

Paul Sparkes, CEO of Vortex, commented, "We're excited by the progress at the Robinsons River Salt Project and the valuable insights from our partnership with the University of Alberta. These studies are key to evaluating the potential for underground H₂ storage at our Project."

Vortex has also revised its proposed survey station map for the planned Ambient Noise Tomography (ANT) survey and submitted the updated version to the Newfoundland and Labrador Mineral Lands Division for approval. The company would also like to clarify that approval for this survey has not yet been received and is currently pending. Vortex remains committed to advancing the Robinsons River Salt Project through responsible exploration and data-driven evaluation of its potential for large-scale energy storage.