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Rock Report: Navigating Nordic Exploration
How has mineral exploration progressed in the Nordics, and what really drives it? Mathias Forss, founder and CEO of GeoPool, discusses the practical challenges and experiences of the industry in a Rock Report interview. Forss explains how his own passion for geology was sparked during volunteer work in the forest and led to founding a … Read more
Europe wants to be self-sufficient in minerals – but does the data tell a different story?
Permit status in Finland and Sweden in 2025 compared to 2024. There is a lot of communication in the media, on social media, among politicians and especially within the industry about how Europe and the Nordic countries should aim for being more independent, self-sufficient and not so dependent on countries outside Europe. But is this … Read more
What is successful exploration?
The three P’s – property, processes, and people – and the interaction between these crucial parts for successful exploration. Presentation by GeoPool’s founder, Mathias Forss.
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News
Joona Clergeaud joins the tenement management team of GeoPool
From the beginning of April 2021, Joona Clergeaud has joined the tenement management team of GeoPool. Before GeoPool Joona has been working with environmental geology and hydrogeology. The daily work has included geographical information system programs, regular field sampling, and statistical analyses. Joona graduated from the University of Helsinki with the M. Sc thesis “Impacts … Read more
Anu Haverinen joins GeoPool
As of 15th March 2021, Anu Haverinen has started working at GeoPool. She has 10 years’ experience in mining and metals industry working as both a geologist and a mine planner. She has also been responsible of communicating with landowners and stakeholders regarding licensing and exploration. This is something that has a special place in … Read more
When nickname becomes the official
When born in 2007 it was rejected but now becoming 14 years old it was finally approved.– Focusing on the essential; a pool of highly skilled crew providing high quality geological services within the exploration industry, all in one word. So from now onwards we refer to our nickname also officially: Geopool Oy More news … Read more
Press releases
GeoPool founder hands over CEO role
On 1 January 2025, GeoPool founder and CEO Mathias Forss handed over the role of CEO for Nordic operations to Thomas Levin. Mathias will remain at GeoPool as President and Executive Chair, focusing on strategic development, marketing, sales, and expanding the company’s presence in the Nordics and globally while also engaging more directly with customers. … Read more
GeoPool is expanding to Central and Eastern Europe
As August approaches, we are back with more exciting news. GeoPool is opening a fourth affiliate in Slovakia, Eastern Europe. While the new steps we have taken in 2023 may seem challenging, we look forward to a bright future. GeoPool has made tremendous strides in the last three months as we have doubled the number … Read more
Mineral exploration in our neighboring country
In the summer of 2023, GeoPool will open its fourth office in Tromsø – a Norwegian city known for its rich nature and fjords. With GeoPool bringing its Finnish and Swedish expertise in mineral exploration, we hope to make our Neighboring country even more prosperous. Norway has had a remarkable revival of its mineral industry … Read more
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