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BHP has selected ten companies for its 2026 Xplor programme, marking the largest cohort since its inception in 2023, which includes six exploration firms and four technology companies from various regions. Each participant will receive a $500,000 equity-free grant and access to BHP's mentoring and technical support, with a focus on innovative mineral discovery methods. Notable participants include Canada's FrontierX and Australia's Litchfield Minerals, highlighting a collaborative approach to exploration in complex geological environments.