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Quarterly Activities and Cashflow Report – 30 September 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-10-27 10:30
Core Insights - Nova Minerals Limited has secured a significant funding of US$43.4 million (A$65.5 million) from the U.S. Department of War to support the development of an integrated antimony supply chain in Alaska, highlighting the strategic importance of its Estelle Project [2][16][30] - The company is actively advancing its dual-commodity strategy, focusing on both gold and antimony assets, with ongoing drilling and exploration programs [5][12][19] Financial Position - As of the end of September 2025, the company has access to over A$86.3 million in funding, including A$17.5 million in cash and approximately A$3.3 million in liquid investments [30] - The company raised US$12.1 million (A$18.4 million) in July 2025 through a U.S. offering to fund drilling and exploration programs [30] Estelle Project Developments - The Estelle Project has seen active drilling and surface exploration programs in 2025, with assay results pending [2][12] - The West Susitna Access Road project is progressing, aimed at improving access and reducing mining costs, with construction planned to commence in 2025 [4][5] Antimony Assets - The U.S. Department of War's funding will support the extraction, concentration, and refining of stibnite to produce military-grade antimony trisulfide, enhancing U.S. defense capabilities [16][18] - Nova has commenced resource drilling and stockpiling surface antimony ore, with plans to begin production of antimony trisulfide by 2026 [19][22] Gold Assets - The company is advancing over 20 gold prospects, including four defined multi-million ounce deposits, with ongoing drilling at the RPM North area [8][12] - Recent drilling at the Korbel site targeted a potential higher-grade starter pit, with assay results expected soon [10][12] Strategic Partnerships and Support - Strong backing for the Estelle Project has been demonstrated through engagements with federal, state, and local stakeholders, including visits from U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski and Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy [5][19] - The company made a strategic investment of 7.8% in Adelong Gold Limited, enhancing its position in the gold-antimony sector [30]
*ST正平:矿产资源开发未来需大规模投入建设和运营,但公司目前无充足资金
Xin Lang Cai Jing· 2025-10-22 11:55
Core Viewpoint - The company *ST Zhengping has experienced a significant stock price increase of 107.81% from September 1, 2025, to October 22, 2025, with 17 days of trading suspension and 5 instances of abnormal trading fluctuations [1] Group 1: Company Developments - The company's wholly-owned subsidiary, Golmud Shengguang Mining Development Co., Ltd., has obtained a mining license from the Qinghai Provincial Department of Natural Resources [1] - The company faces challenges in mining capacity, requiring substantial investment for future resource development and operations [1] Group 2: Financial Condition - As of June 30, 2025, the company's cash funds amounted to 101,723,487.39 yuan, with 81,664,227.39 yuan restricted due to various factors such as migrant workers' account deposits and litigation freezes [1] - The company's debt-to-asset ratio stands at 92.22%, indicating a high level of financial leverage [1] Group 3: Uncertainties and Risks - The future progress of mineral resource development and the potential for generating revenue are subject to significant uncertainties due to factors such as funding constraints, market conditions, industry policies, external environments, and personnel shortages [1]
TRX Gold Announces Preliminary Q4 2025 Results
Globenewswire· 2025-10-08 10:15
Core Viewpoint - TRX Gold Corporation reported record gold production and sales in Q4 2025, driven by improved access to higher-grade ore and favorable gold prices, positioning the company for future growth [1][2]. Production and Sales - In Q4 2025, TRX Gold achieved record production of 6,404 ounces and sales of 6,977 ounces of gold, representing a 37% increase in production compared to Q3 2025 [4]. - The average market price for gold was approximately $3,350 per ounce in Q4 2025 and $2,973 for the fiscal year 2025 [4]. Financial Performance - The adjusted working capital ratio improved from approximately 0.8 on May 31, 2025, to approximately 1.2 on August 31, 2025, indicating a positive shift in the company's financial health [4]. - As of August 31, 2025, the cash balance was approximately $7.8 million, an increase of about $1.2 million from Q3 2025, and the company fully repaid short-term borrowings of approximately $3.0 million [4]. Operational Developments - The run of mine (ROM) stockpile increased from approximately 9,275 ounces of contained gold on May 31, 2025, to an estimated 15,162 ounces as of August 31, 2025, reflecting ongoing investments in mine infrastructure and development [4]. - The company is optimizing and expanding the processing plant in line with the Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) filed in Q3 2025, with plans for enhancements to improve gold recoveries [4]. Future Outlook - The PEA outlines an average gold production of 62,000 ounces per annum over 17.6 years, with a pre-tax NPV of $701 million at an average life of mine gold price of $2,296 per ounce [5]. - The leadership team is focused on increasing gold production to generate positive cash flow for funding expansion and growing mineral resources through exploration [5].
Cornish Metals Completes an Updated PEA of the South Crofty Critical Mineral Project with an NPV of £180 Million and 20% IRR
Globenewswire· 2025-09-30 06:00
Core Viewpoint - Cornish Metals Inc. has released an updated Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) for its South Crofty tin project, highlighting its strong economic viability and potential to be the first primary tin producer in Europe or North America [1][4]. Project Development - The project has accelerated following a successful £57 million fundraising, which included investments from the UK's National Wealth Fund and Vision Blue Resources [2]. - A detailed capital expenditure (capex) review has been conducted, incorporating process design and plant layout [2][3]. - On-site construction is already underway, with key assumptions validated and project parameters optimized [3]. Economic Metrics - The updated PEA indicates an after-tax Net Present Value (NPV6%) of £180 million (approximately US$235 million) and an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 20% [4]. - The All-In Sustaining Cost (AISC) is estimated at approximately US$14,500 per tonne over the Life of Mine (LOM), positioning South Crofty in the lowest quartile of the industry cost curve [4]. - Pre-production capital costs are estimated at £198 million, with a payback period of 3.3 years and an average annual EBITDA of approximately £70 million in the first five years of full production [4][6]. Resource and Production Outlook - The current Mineral Resource supports a 14-year LOM, with potential for expansion as the resource remains open at depth and along strike [5][8]. - The project aims to restart underground resource conversion and expansion drilling alongside mine construction, targeting a continuation of historical resource replacement trends [5][8]. - The average annual tin production is projected to be approximately 4,700 tonnes in the first five years, contributing to a total LOM tin production of slightly above 49,000 tonnes [30][45]. Community and Government Support - The project is backed by the UK Government's Critical Minerals Strategy, with expectations to create over 300 direct jobs and an additional 1,000 indirect jobs [11][55]. - A human resources plan includes establishing an on-site training center to develop local talent for mine operations [11]. Environmental and Operational Considerations - South Crofty is designed as a low-impact underground operation with no surface tailings disposal, utilizing 100% renewable electricity supply [12][55]. - The project incorporates best practices for safety and productivity, including real-time monitoring systems [10].
Canadian Critical Minerals Generates USD$135,000 in Revenue from Bull River Mine
Newsfile· 2025-09-29 12:00
Core Insights - Canadian Critical Minerals Inc. (CCMI) reported revenues from the sale of stockpiled mineralized material at the Bull River Mine (BRM) project, generating approximately USD$135,000 from 1,448 dry metric tonnes of material shipped in August 2025 [1][2]. Company Overview - CCMI is primarily focused on copper production assets in Canada, with its main asset being the 100% owned Bull River Mine project, which contains 150 million lbs of copper along with gold and silver resources [3]. - The company also holds a 9% interest in XXIX Metal Corp., which owns the Thierry copper project in Ontario and the Opemiska copper project in Quebec [3]. Financial and Operational Updates - Proceeds from the sale of mineralized material will be utilized to cover ongoing care and maintenance costs at BRM and to support engineering studies for the final permit application to restart mill and underground operations [2]. - As of the end of August 2025, the ore sorter at BRM was decommissioned and returned to its owner in Idaho on September 10, 2025 [2].
MULTIMEDIA UPDATE – Eloro Resources Reports the Longest and Highest-Grade Tin Intersection Obtained thus far in Drilling at its Iska Iska Project, Potosí Department, Bolivia with 213.00 Metres Grading 0.51% Tin (Sn)
Globenewswire· 2025-09-17 11:55
Core Insights - Eloro Resources Ltd. has reported significant assay results from its ongoing definition drilling program at the Iska Iska project, indicating the expansion of a large multi-phase hydrothermal system in the potential starter pit area [4][6][22] - The dimensions of the hydrothermal system have increased to approximately 800m by 500m by 500m deep, with a notable increase of 100m by 100m compared to previous reports [2][4] - The drilling results highlight high-grade intersections of tin, silver, and polymetallic mineralization, with the longest and highest-grade tin intersection recorded at 213.00m grading 0.51% Sn and 25.46 g/t Ag [3][10][6] Drilling Results - Hole DSB-87, an infill hole, intersected 213.00m grading 0.51% Sn and 25.46 g/t Ag, marking the highest-grade tin intersection to date [3][10] - Hole DSB-80 encountered multiple higher-grade intervals, including 53.10 g/t Ag over 15.00m and 0.30% Sn over 0.75m [7][8] - Hole DSB-86 revealed a long zinc and lead interval grading 0.81% Zn and 0.80% Pb over 241.50m, including a higher section of 1.56% Zn and 0.98% Pb over 100.50m [9][10] Project Development - The current drilling phase has completed a total of 6,242m in twelve holes, with assays pending for two additional holes totaling 1,025m [4][6] - The Santa Barbara Zone remains open laterally and downdip, presenting opportunities for further drilling to expand and upgrade mineral resources [6][10] - The dynamic nature of hydrothermal events observed in the drill core is encouraging, indicating potential for significant tin-polymetallic endowment [6][10] Geological Context - The Iska Iska project is characterized by a major silver-tin polymetallic porphyry-epithermal complex, associated with a Miocene caldera structure [22][23] - The mineralization age is similar to other significant deposits in the region, suggesting a favorable geological setting for further exploration [23][24] - The project is strategically located in Bolivia, a region known for its rich mineral resources, particularly in tin and silver [22][23]
Metalsource Mining Announces Private Placement to raise up to $4,000,000 with lead order from Eric Sprott of $1,000,000
Globenewswire· 2025-09-15 10:00
Core Points - Metalsource Mining Inc. announced a non-brokered private placement of up to 20,000,000 units at a price of $0.20 per unit, aiming for gross proceeds of up to $4,000,000 [1] - Eric Sprott will lead the offering by subscribing for 5,000,000 units, totaling $1,000,000 [1] Offering Details - Each unit consists of one common share and one-half of a transferable common share purchase warrant, with each whole warrant allowing the purchase of one additional common share at CAD $0.30 for three years [2] - The proceeds will be used for exploration at the Silver Hill and Byrd-Pilot projects in North Carolina, the Aruba manganese project in Botswana, and for general working capital [3] Strategic Focus - The company aims to modernize exploration at Silver Hill, a historic silver mine, and expand known silver zones to build an updated mineral resource estimate [4] - Byrd-Pilot project offers potential for large-scale gold-copper porphyry discovery, providing shareholders with exposure to both high-grade silver and district-scale opportunities [4] Company Overview - Metalsource Mining Inc. is engaged in the acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral property assets, focusing on precious and base metal properties [5] - The Aruba Property in Botswana covers 4,663 square kilometers and is prospective for platinum group metals, gold, silver, and manganese [5]
Metalsource Mining Announces Transformational Acquisition that Delivers Silver Expansion and Gold Potential in a top U.S. Jurisdiction
Globenewswire· 2025-09-12 10:00
Core Viewpoint - Metalsource Mining Inc. has entered into a definitive option agreement with Goldstrike Minerals, LLC to acquire 100% of Goldstrike's rights and interests in certain mineral lease agreements and exploration licenses in North Carolina, which is seen as a transformational acquisition for the company [1][8]. Summary of Transaction - The option agreement allows Metalsource to acquire the rights by paying a total of $250,000 and issuing 15,000,000 common shares over two years, with the option to accelerate the transaction [3]. - Metalsource is committed to investing $1,000,000 in exploration and development of the mineral interests over the same period, while retaining exclusive management rights over the projects [4]. - The completion of the transaction is subject to conditions including due diligence, board approvals, and raising at least $2,000,000 through a private placement within 120 days [5]. Project Details - The Silver Hill Project consists of 1,128 acres in Davidson County, known for its historic silver production, with significant mineralization potential indicated by recent sampling results [6][9]. - The Byrd-Pilot Mountain Project spans 1,032 acres in Randolph County, showing potential for a gold-copper porphyry system with previous exploration indicating broad mineralization [11]. Historical Estimates - A historical estimate for the Silver Hill Project suggests the presence of 347,422 tonnes grading 23.7 g/t silver and 2.17 g/t gold, although this estimate has not been classified as current mineral resources [10]. Management and Expertise - The acquisition is supported by the expertise of Tom and his team, who have extensive knowledge of the properties and the North Carolina jurisdiction, providing a strong foundation for future exploration [8].
OTC Markets Group Welcomes Empire Metals LTD to OTCQX
Globenewswire· 2025-09-03 11:00
Company Overview - Empire Metals LTD has upgraded to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market from the OTCQB® Venture Market, enhancing its visibility among U.S. investors [1][3] - The company focuses on the development of the Pitfield titanium project in Western Australia, which is characterized by a significant high-grade titanium discovery [5] Market and Trading Information - Empire Metals LTD begins trading on OTCQX under the symbol "EPMLF," providing U.S. investors with access to current financial disclosures and real-time quotes [2] - The OTCQX Market is designed for established companies that meet high financial standards and corporate governance practices, marking an important milestone for companies transitioning from OTCQB [3] Project Details - The Pitfield project features a massive titanium resource, with airborne surveys indicating a gravity and magnetics anomaly extending over 40km by 8km by 5km deep [5] - An Exploration Target for Pitfield was declared in 2024, estimated to contain between 26.4 to 32.2 billion tonnes of titanium ore with a grade range of 4.5 to 5.5% TiO₂ [5] - The in-situ weathered sandstone zone is estimated to contain between 4.0 to 4.9 billion tonnes with a grade range of 4.8 to 5.9% TiO₂, extending from surface to an average depth of 30m to 40m [5] Management Commentary - Shaun Bunn, Managing Director of Empire Metals, expressed enthusiasm about the upgrade to OTCQX, highlighting the increased accessibility and visibility for U.S. institutional and retail investors [4]
Strickland Metals Limited (STK) Update / Briefing Transcript
2025-08-26 05:02
Summary of Strickland Metals Limited (STK) Update - August 26, 2025 Company Overview - **Company**: Strickland Metals Limited (ASX Code: SDK) - **Recent Activity**: Exceptional drilling results from the Rygosna project in Serbia, with an eight rig drill program in operation [1][2] Key Developments - **Cenat Deposit**: New high-grade copper-gold discovery reported [2] - **Divestment**: Completed the sale of the Yandel gold project in Western Australia to Gateway Mining [2] - **Institutional Ownership**: Approximately 25% institutional ownership, indicating strong market interest [9] Financial Position - **Cash Reserves**: $32.7 million in cash and Northern Star shares, plus an additional $9 million from Gateway shares [9] - **Market Capitalization**: Approximately $320 million [64] - **Monthly Expenditure**: Currently spending about $3 million per month [64] Exploration and Drilling Updates - **Drilling Progress**: Over 100 personnel working on the project, with eight rigs operational [7] - **Drilling Rates**: Average of 30 meters per day per rig, with a target of 50,000 meters by year-end [67][92] - **Assay Turnaround**: Assays processed in batches, with a turnaround time of 4 to 6 weeks [69] Resource and Geological Insights - **Rogozna Project**: Contains 7.4 million ounces of gold equivalent in inferred resources [11] - **Geological Context**: Located in the Tethian Belt, a significant mineral-rich area comparable to Chile or Peru [10] - **Future Goals**: Aim to increase resources to over 10 million ounces within the next twelve months [64] Specific Project Highlights - **Gardena Deposit**: Focus on drilling to establish resources, with significant gold grades reported [32][33] - **Chennatz Deposit**: High-grade zones identified, with ongoing drilling to improve resource estimates [22][23] - **Kotlovy Discovery**: Initial drilling results indicate potential for economic mineralization [42][43] - **Copper Canyon**: Reevaluation of gold potential beneath the copper zone, with ongoing drilling [49][50] Community and Sustainability Efforts - **Local Employment**: Increased workforce from 25-30 to 55 employees, with a focus on local hires [60] - **Diversity Initiatives**: Female representation in the workforce increased from 10-15% to over 30% [61] - **Community Engagement**: Investment in local projects and establishment of a community center in Novi Pazar [62][63] Market and Investor Sentiment - **Market Reaction**: Mixed responses to drilling results, with a noted desensitization to high-grade intercepts [72][73] - **Long-term Outlook**: Strong support from institutional investors, with a focus on sustainable growth and resource development [75][76] Regulatory Environment - **Government Involvement**: No direct government ownership in Strickland or the project, but positive relations with the Serbian government [98] Conclusion - **Strategic Focus**: Strickland Metals is well-positioned for growth with a solid financial foundation, ongoing exploration success, and a commitment to community and sustainability initiatives. The company aims to enhance its resource base and market presence in the coming years [64][65]