Remote sensing depth
Sentinel-2, Landsat 9, ASTER, DEM, and supporting geoscience layers aligned into a single exploration view.
Mineral exploration intelligence
From Planetary Scale to Precision Drill-Targeting
Expert-led remote sensing, structural interpretation, mineral prospectivity analysis, and drill-target definition for operators, investors, agencies, and license holders working across Somaliland and the Arabian-Nubian Shield.
Screening turnaround
48h
Rapid viability assessment for 5km² Tier 1 blocks.
Structural mapping cycle
5-7d
Integrated ASTER and Landsat interpretation for field-ready briefs.
Spectral geology reveal
Remote sensing
Alteration ratios, composites, and terrain context.
Structural interpretation
Fault, shear, and lineament targeting logic.
Drill-target definition
Prioritized zones and collar-ready outputs.
Positioning
An expert-led exploration partner built for disciplined geological decisions.
Xidar Analytics brings together remote sensing, structural interpretation, mineral systems understanding, and digital delivery to help clients move from screening to drill-planning with clarity.
Structural interpretation
Lineaments, shear corridors, release zones, and mineral systems controls interpreted for real exploration decisions.
Defensible drill targeting
Prospectivity surfaces, geochemical correlation, and final collar coordinates assembled into clear reporting packages.
Frontier-market execution
Region-specific intelligence grounded in Somaliland operations, regulatory awareness, and Arabian-Nubian Shield specialization.
Screening turnaround
48h
Rapid viability assessment for 5km² Tier 1 blocks.
Structural mapping cycle
5-7d
Integrated ASTER and Landsat interpretation for field-ready briefs.
Target definition window
14-21d
Prospectivity synthesis with drill-planning coordinates.
Reporting discipline
JORC / NI 43-101
Structured outputs designed for defensible technical reporting.
Why Xidar
Built for regional expertise, technical confidence, and drill-target readiness.
The firm’s value lies in shortening the exploration cycle while strengthening the quality of evidence behind each recommendation.
Regional geological context
Algorithms and interpretation frameworks calibrated for the Somaliland Basement Complex and the wider Arabian-Nubian Shield.
Digital exploration workflow
Cloud-native workflows shorten the path from land screening to field prioritization and drill planning.
Expert validation
Every target is reviewed against structural geology, alteration signatures, and practical exploration logic before release.
Reporting confidence
Clear audit trails, layered evidence, and concise technical narratives designed for investors, operators, and agencies.
Workflow
An interactive exploration workflow that narrows broad terrain into actionable targets.
Each stage is designed to preserve geological logic while accelerating the path from planetary-scale screening to project-level decision support.
Workflow stage
Data intake
Satellite imagery, terrain models, historical vectors, and available field observations are normalized into a project-specific exploration baseline.
Primary output
Project-ready geospatial foundation
Service tiers
Flexible engagements that match early screening, field planning, and drill targeting mandates.
The three-tier model keeps pricing transparent while allowing technical depth to scale with project confidence.
Tier 1: The Screener
$450 per 5km² block
48 hours
Investors
Rapid viability assessment before acquisition, bidding, or license application.
- Sentinel-2 false color composites
- Alteration ratio maps
- DEM and terrain context
- Concise Go/No-Go recommendation
Ideal use case
Early screening of new concessions, licenses, or investment opportunities.
Tier 2: The Mapper
$1,800 per 5km² block
5-7 days
Junior mining companies
Detailed surface mapping to sharpen field programs and direct sampling effort.
- ASTER + Landsat integration
- Structural analysis
- Lineament, fault, and fracture interpretation
- PCA and Crosta-style spectral analysis
- Hydrothermal alteration mapping
Ideal use case
Program design, field targeting, and geological hypothesis refinement.
$4,500 per 5km² block
14-21 days
Exploration managers
Precision definition of drill targets with integrated technical justification.
- Mineral prospectivity mapping
- Geochemical integration
- Technical synthesis
- Exact drill-planning coordinates
Ideal use case
Priority ranking, drill planning, and capital-efficient next-stage targeting.
Map-led showcase
Visual outputs designed to feel like a polished continuation of the profile itself.
Real project visuals, spectral maps, and layered reporting graphics are used throughout the site to reinforce technical credibility and visual continuity.
Professional standards
Clear data trails and human expert review keep each interpretation defensible.
Exploration confidence
Structured technical narratives help teams and investors understand why a target matters.
Regional context
Arabian-Nubian Shield specialization makes interpretation more relevant and selective.
Precision workflows
The workflow is designed to move efficiently from wide-area screening to drill planning.
Drill-target simulation
Three-dimensional target concepting that translates multi-layer evidence into a practical drilling conversation.
Sample maps and technical outputs
A polished reporting language built around maps, prospectivity panels, and clear supporting evidence.
Standards
Serious reporting discipline for operators, agencies, and investment stakeholders.
Outputs are structured to support confident technical communication and capital-facing review.
Audit-ready workflows
Processing steps are code-based, repeatable, and transparent, helping clients understand exactly how anomalies were defined.
Human expert review
Automation supports scale, but final interpretations remain geologist-reviewed to preserve technical credibility.
Reporting alignment
Maps and supporting narratives are structured to support JORC and NI 43-101 technical reporting expectations.
Technical team culture
A digital-first operating model that keeps geological interpretation, data processing, and decision-making connected.
Leadership preview
Executive and technical leadership that pairs operational seriousness with geoscience depth.
The Xidar team spans executive governance, structural geology, remote sensing, and advanced geospatial analysis.
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Nouradin H. Nour
Chief Executive Officer
Nouradin serves as the strategic and operational lead of Xidar Analytics, bringing more than a decade of experience in program management, policy formulation, and institutional development in Somaliland.
Focus
He aligns geological ambition with governance discipline, stakeholder coordination, and frontier-market execution.
MSc, Research for International Development, SOAS University of London
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Dr. Hamza M. Guleid, PhD
Chief Geologist & VP of Exploration
Dr. Guleid contributes 18 years of field experience in the Arabian-Nubian Shield, with particular depth in structural geology, metallogeny, and exploration targeting.
Focus
He serves as the geological validation layer, ensuring drill recommendations are grounded in credible mineral systems interpretation.
Structural geology and metallogeny specialist
Engagement
From Planetary Scale to Precision Drill-Targeting
Bring geological discipline, remote sensing depth, and decision-ready reporting into your next screening, mapping, or drill-planning mandate.
Arabian-Nubian Shield
Core regional focus
3 service tiers
Scalable engagement model
Remote sensing to collar planning
End-to-end digital workflow