Operating within Ireland, Zinc of Ireland NL functions as a mineral exploration... Operating within Ireland, Zinc of Ireland NL functions as a mineral exploration and development firm. Its core business involves prospecting for deposits of zinc, lead, and silver. The company's most significant asset is the Kildare project, an area covering approximately 240 square kilometers located to the southwest of Dublin. Formed in 2007, the company was previously known as Global Metals Exploration NL until its name change to Zinc of Ireland NL in July 2016. Zinc of Ireland NL's corporate headquarters are situated in Subiaco, Australia.