Mineral exploration in Morocco is a crucial activity in the country’s mining sector, which has a diversity of mineral resources such as phosphates, base metals (“Pb”, “Zn”, “Cu”), precious metals (“Ag”, “Au”), as well as other metallic and non-metallic minerals. The key aspects of this exploration include the search for new deposits, the evaluation of existing reserves, and the use of advanced geological techniques such as geological mapping, geochemistry, geophysics, and topographic surveys.
The state strictly regulates mining exploration to ensure responsible exploitation of resources and minimize environmental impacts. The country is striving to integrate innovative
technologies, including remote sensing and computer modeling, into the exploration process.
Mining exploration makes a significant contribution to the national economy, providing essential raw materials for various industrial sectors. It also plays a crucial role in job creation and the development of the regions where these activities are carried out.

This study concerns an exploration permit located in the province of Boulemane, Morocco. The main objective of the Geoanalysis team, is to detect the presence of minerals using different methods and approaches.

The exploration permit is located in the commune of Almis Marmoucha, a region renowned for its lead-zinc, anthracite and antimony mines. The geological composition of the area consists mainly of Jurassic formations, such as limestones, as well as detrital formations of the Middle Cretaceous.

To achieve this objective, various methods were used, including remote sensing and satellite image analysis. The extraction of lineaments from these images revealed a limited distribution of lineaments in the study area. In addition, image analysis identified the presence of alteration, notably iron oxides and ferric oxides, which are often associated with mineralization.

These preliminary results suggest the potential presence of minerals in the exploration permit area. However, further studies are required to validate these results and complete a more comprehensive assessment of the region’s mineral potential.