Press releases
GeoPool is expanding its business overseas
The Finnish exploration, consulting, and service-providing company GeoPool is entering the Canadian market. The firm intends to bring its expertise and passion for discovering overseas with its new affiliate in Vancouver, BC. From founding GeoPool in 2007(FIN) to opening the second affiliate GeoPool AB in 2015(SWE), and now a third affiliate in Vancouver in 2022 (CAN), the company continues to expand and develop rapidly. “I am a person who likes development and new challenges, so this won’t be the end of GeoPool’s growth as we evolve and gain more stability.”– Mathias Forss, CEO of GeoPool A central goal for the … Read more
Breaking new grounds: a professional perspective
In an age where the Earth’s territories are extensively mapped, discovering new grounds presents a rare opportunity for both geologists and explorers. Natural areas, shielded from the march of development, does not only provide a window into the ecosystems but also embodies the final frontiers of terrestrial exploration. For industry professionals, this isn’t just a matter of curiosity; it’s an important responsibility. The Area Review Report is an essential tool that provides detailed insights into existing environmental and cultural restrictions to ensure all exploration is conducted with respect. It ensures that exploration and potential development are undertaken responsibly, safeguarding these … Read more
Enter Area Review!
We’ve got some great news! As fellow geologists, we can relate to the struggle of wanting to explore while being unsure of where and how to start. Are you wondering what kind of environmental, social, or governmental factors might affect your exploration plans? Or are you lacking information on the existing exploration data or historical reports? Finding all the relevant facts about the area you plan to explore can be time-consuming, and the information is, in many cases, hard to come by – unless you know where to look. GeoPool has created the perfect tool for smooth exploration by gathering … Read more
Hands-on information for your exploration
Understanding Quaternary geology and the historical movements of ice sheets is essential for geological exploration in Fennoscandia. GeoPool stands out for its capability to deliver tailored geological data that can be accessed immediately, making it an essential resource for geological exploration. This approach not only streamlines data acquisition but also optimises the usefulness and availability of geological information, enabling informed decision-making across various industries. GeoPool: Discovering Together.
A sustainable approach to mineral exploration
Knowing what you can do, when, where and how is crucial to a project’s success and public acceptance. In Finland, we play by the rules, and the Mining Act is one of many laws that must be followed when conducting an exploration. GeoPool considers practicality and feasibility in addition to legal and ethical guidelines for exploration practices. This holistic approach to regulation and public sensitivity sets us apart in the Finnish exploration industry. With the complexities of exploration activities in Finland, GeoPool has launched its area review reporting service. This innovative offering is designed to help companies navigate the nuanced … Read more
New service : Petrographical and mineralogical studies
Petrographical examination of ore mineralogy, textures, and mineral associations, in conjunction with rock protolith and alteration determination, can significantly improve the understanding of the paragenesis of mineralisation. Identifying rock-forming and ore minerals, their textures, and their relative abundances aids in interpreting geochemical data and allows distinguishing geological processes and appropriate petrogenetic models to support exploration activities. Mineral chemical characterisation and scanning provide further knowledge on ore minerals, their constituent elements, grain size distribution, and their association. For instance, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) allows the detection of microscopic minerals, such as PGMs, rarely observed with conventional methods. In addition, detailed mineralogical … Read more
Meet our newest member of the team!
Exploration activities are increasing now with the upcoming field season starting. This is encouraging! Exploration is not only about collecting data but also about analyzing and reviewing the results, trends, anomalies, correlations, and hits. Therefore, we are very encouraged to welcome Kirsi Luolavirta to our team! Kirsi likes to profile herself as a magma petrologist, with her main interests being geochemistry, analytical methods, mineralogy, and igneous petrology. Having a PhD in geology, including a whole line of unique expertise, she has, without a doubt, gathered knowledge that benefits the entire industry. And it goes without saying that she is a … Read more