Vancouver, BC – TheNewswire - June 10, 2025 – Quantum Critical Metals Corp. (TSX.V: LEAP | OTCQB: ATOXF | FSE: 86A1) ("Quantum" or the "Company") is exploring the possibility of a poly-metallic play, in addition to gallium, rubidium and cesium, on its wholly owned NMX East project, located in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay Region of Québec. Previous news releases have discussed the discovery of 107.69 meters of 38.85 gpt gallium, 701 gpt rubidium, 24.98 gpt cesium and 3.61 gpt thallium from surface in diamond ...

Group 1 - The Government of Ontario has recognized the Crawford Nickel Sulphide Project as a priority initiative for nation building, highlighting its strategic importance for critical minerals development [1][2][3] - The Crawford Project is one of five strategic critical minerals projects identified for near-term development, supported by additional provincial funding including a $500 million Critical Minerals Processing Fund and nearly $3.1 billion in loans and grants [2] - Canada Nickel Company aims to advance the Crawford Project as a secure domestic supply of critical minerals, including nickel, cobalt, and chromium, while fostering strong Indigenous partnerships and contributing to Canada's clean energy goals [3] Group 2 - The Crawford Project is located near Timmins, benefiting from direct access to essential infrastructure and established partnerships with Indigenous Nations [3] - Canada Nickel is focused on developing innovative carbon capture technology and aims for the Crawford Project to become one of Canada's largest carbon storage facilities, aligning with environmental and economic objectives [3] - The company is advancing nickel-sulphide projects to meet the growing demand in electric vehicle and stainless-steel markets, with a focus on producing net zero carbon nickel, cobalt, and iron products [4]

Military Metals Announces Access Agreement at West Gore Past Producing Antimony Mine, Nova Scotia (1) Source: NI 43-101 Technical Report: May 25, 2021 by Battery Elements Corp All historical data have been compiled and are undergoing detailed review. The Company's 2025 field program is scheduled to include a high-resolution drone-based aeromagnetic survey the results of which will assist in the delineation of drill targets to test for additional mineralized zones associated with the historical West Gore ant ...

Group 1 - Argyle Resources Corp. supports the Ontario Government's initiatives to enhance critical mineral exploration and development [1][2] - The Ontario Government has introduced a comprehensive strategy to position the province as a leader in the global critical minerals market, emphasizing economic sovereignty and prosperity [2][4] - Key components of the strategy include a $500 million Critical Minerals Processing Fund, a nearly $3.1 billion investment in Indigenous partnerships, and streamlined project approvals [4] Group 2 - The Ontario Government aims to process minerals locally, ensuring that mined resources contribute to the local economy [4] - The Indigenous Opportunities Financing Program will be tripled to $3 billion, expanding support for Indigenous communities in resource development [4] - The "One Project, One Process" model will reduce approval times for new mining projects, particularly in strategically important areas like the Ring of Fire [4] Group 3 - Argyle Resources Corp. is engaged in acquiring and exploring natural resource properties in North America, including projects in Nova Scotia and Quebec [6] - The company is involved in a research partnership with the National Institute of Scientific Research (INRS) to conduct exploration programs on its silica projects [6]

Company Participation - Spark Energy Minerals Inc. is participating as an Executive Dinner Sponsor and speaker at the 2nd Annual Lithium and Critical Mineral Summit in Belo Horizonte, Brazil from June 3rd to 5th, 2025 [1][2]. Industry Event Overview - The Brazil Lithium & Critical Minerals Summit is a significant event focused on Brazil's Lithium Valley, endorsed by Invest Minas, and aims to connect key industry players and international companies interested in lithium and critical mineral reserves [2][3]. - The inaugural summit attracted over 350 industry leaders from more than 25 countries, featuring over 50 speakers and facilitating over 180 private business meetings [3]. Notable Attendees - Key attendees of the summit include Sigma Lithium, Pilbara Minerals, Lithium Ionic, European Investment Bank, and Vale [4]. Company Project Focus - Spark Energy Minerals' CEO and Vice President of Exploration will engage with industry participants to discuss the Arapaima Lithium and Rare Earth Elements (REE) Project, which covers a land package of 919 km² and shows promising lithium and REE potential [5][6]. - The Arapaima project has identified 123 pegmatite occurrences across 13 trends with a combined strike length of 31 km, and has reported anomalous lithium values in rock chip samples up to 1,397 ppm Li [7]. Project Highlights - The project has promising REE mineralization with soil samples returning over 3,000 ppm Total Rare Earth Oxides (TREO) and stream sediments exceeding 6,000 ppm TREO [7]. - The project is well-positioned with excellent access via sealed roads and proximity to established infrastructure, including the Sigma Lithium mine located just 15 km away [7]. Corporate Development - Spark Energy Minerals has appointed Bonn Smith as Vice President of Corporate Development, bringing over 15 years of capital markets expertise [11][12].

Summary of TETRA Technologies (TTI) Conference Call Company Overview - TETRA Technologies has been operating for over 40 years, providing diverse revenue streams from energy services and industrial chemicals across the United States and 23 other countries [3][4] - The company is recognized as an industry innovation leader, particularly in completion fluids, oil and gas water treatment, and water management services [4] Financial Performance - TETRA reported a strong first quarter with adjusted EBITDA margins of 36% for completion fluids and 13% for water and flowback services [5] - The industrial chemicals segment achieved its highest first-quarter revenue and adjusted EBITDA in history [5] - Trailing twelve months revenue reached $327 million, reflecting a nearly 50% growth since the second year of COVID in 2021 [7] - The company has a solid balance sheet with a leverage ratio of 1.5 times and no debt maturities until 2029 and 2030 [29] Market Position and Growth Strategies - TETRA is positioned in key markets, including deepwater and unconventional markets in North America, Latin America, and the Middle East [4] - The company is focusing on three emerging growth strategies: 1. **Electrolytes for Energy Storage**: TETRA has developed a zinc bromide-based electrolyte for long-duration energy storage, partnering with Eos Technologies [13][14] 2. **Produced Water Desalination**: The company is introducing a desalination solution for produced water, targeting markets such as agriculture and industry [18][20] 3. **Critical Minerals Production**: TETRA has secured over 40,000 acres of brine leases in Arkansas, rich in lithium, bromine, magnesium, and manganese [22][24] Industry Trends and Challenges - The deepwater market is projected to grow at a 7% CAGR through 2028, with TETRA maintaining a strong market share [9] - The company is addressing challenges in the Permian Basin, where produced water disposal capacity is becoming limited, necessitating innovative solutions [19][20] - TETRA's technology investments are expected to enhance margins and operational efficiency, particularly in the water and flowback segment [11][12] Key Collaborations and Innovations - TETRA has collaborated with EOG Resources for produced water beneficial reuse and desalination pilot projects, achieving a 92% desalination rate in initial tests [21][20] - The company is leveraging automation technologies to reduce manpower requirements in operations, enhancing efficiency [12] Conclusion - TETRA Technologies is well-positioned for growth with a solid financial foundation, innovative technologies, and strategic partnerships, despite facing industry challenges [30]

Core Insights - Churchill Resources Inc. has reported significant assay results from due-diligence sampling at the Frost Cove Antimony and Stewart Gold mines, indicating grades of over 10% antimony and over 10 g/t gold, respectively [1][2][8] - The company has executed a definitive agreement to acquire a 100% interest in the Black Raven Antimony Property, which is expected to enhance its strategic focus on antimony and gold [2][23] - The Black Raven property is situated in a geologically favorable area with a history of high-grade mineralization, and systematic exploration is planned to further assess its potential [3][5][24] Company Overview - Churchill Resources Inc. is focused on strategic critical minerals in Canada, particularly at its Black Raven property, which encompasses past-producing mines [30][31] - The company aims to leverage Newfoundland and Labrador's robust minerals industry, which includes world-class mines and processing facilities, to enhance its exploration efforts [6][30] Industry Context - Antimony is classified as a critical mineral, essential for national security and modern technology, with over 90% of global production controlled by non-Western countries [7] - Recent export restrictions from China have led to record prices for antimony, exceeding $50,000 per tonne, highlighting the strategic importance of domestic sources in North America [7] - The demand for antimony is driven by its applications in military, flame retardants, and emerging energy storage technologies, making it increasingly vital for economic and national security [7]

Core Viewpoint - Perpetua Resources Corp. has been awarded additional funding of up to $6.9 million from the U.S. Army to support the development of a domestic supply chain for antimony trisulfide, a critical component for munitions and defense systems [1][2] Funding and Agreements - The new funding builds on a previous award of $15.5 million received in August 2023 under the Ordnance Technology Initiative Agreement (OTIA) [1][2] - The total funding under the OTIA can reach up to $22.4 million, subject to adjustments based on various factors as the program progresses [4] - Perpetua has now received over $80 million in total from the Department of Defense [2] Project Details - The Stibnite Gold Project is expected to supply up to 35% of U.S. antimony demand during its first six years of operations [5] - The project aims to restore American supply chain resilience, create jobs, and address environmental issues at an abandoned mine site [5][10] - Antimony trisulfide is essential for over 300 types of munitions, highlighting the importance of establishing a domestic supply chain [3] Strategic Importance - The partnership with the Department of Defense is part of a broader strategy to secure domestic sources of critical minerals, enhancing national defense capabilities [2][3] - The project aligns with the U.S. Army's "ground-to-round" critical minerals strategy, emphasizing the need for a fully domestic supply chain [2][3]

Core Viewpoint - Apex Resources Inc. is advancing its drilling plans for critical minerals and gold at the Jersey-Emerald Property, with an initial program of seven holes targeting minerals on Canada's Critical Minerals List [1][2]. Group 1: Drilling Plans and Targets - The drilling program will consist of approximately 955 meters, with the first two holes focused on zinc mineralization (including germanium and gallium), while the remaining five holes will target two zones of gold mineralization associated with bismuth, tellurium, tungsten, and molybdenum [1][2]. - Four of the seven drill holes are situated on the company's private land, facilitating the permitting process, and road access is available to most proposed sites [3]. Group 2: Potential and Historical Context - The Jersey-Emerald Property is noted for its potential to host additional deposits, with five gold and six tungsten zones identified, located near key transportation routes and historical mining sites [4][7]. - Historical drilling has revealed significant gold values, including 24.98 grams per tonne (g/T) over 10.2 meters in a previous drill hole [4]. Group 3: Other Projects and Strategic Location - Apex's flagship project, the Lithium Creek Project, is strategically located near Reno, Nevada, within proximity to major players in the lithium-ion battery supply chain, including the Tesla Gigafactory [6]. - The Lithium Creek Project encompasses extensive placer claims and naturally flowing lithium brine groundwater, indicating strong potential for lithium extraction [6].

Summary of Conference Call for Gossamer Bio (GOSS) and Highland Copper Gossamer Bio (GOSS) Industry Overview - Gossamer Bio is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing cerulutinib for treating pulmonary hypertension [1] Key Updates - Completion of screening for the phase three global registrational study, PROCERIS, with top-line data expected in February 2025 [1] - Enrollment is anticipated to exceed the initial target of 350 patients due to high enthusiasm for the study [3] - The company is targeting a patient population that is significantly sicker than in previous studies, which is expected to yield a more pronounced treatment effect [2] - A second global registrational study for pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD) is set to begin in Q4 2025, targeting a market twice the size of PAH with minimal competition [3][4] Clinical Trial Insights - The phase three study aims to ensure that physicians treating PAH patients are also engaged in the upcoming PH-ILD study, fostering long-term relationships and sales potential [5] - Preclinical data presented at the American Thoracic Society conference highlighted the efficacy of saralutamide, generating significant enthusiasm [7] Market Potential - The potential market for PH-ILD is approximately 100,000 patients in the U.S., while idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) represents millions, indicating a significant unmet medical need [8] Financial Position - Gossamer ended the quarter with approximately $230 million in cash, with a partnership with Chiesi Pharmaceuticals for cost-sharing on future projects [9] Intellectual Property - The company holds a composition of matter patent with a five-year extension, potentially extending protection until 2039 [10] Patient Outcomes - Data from open-label extensions of the phase two study indicate that patients have experienced significant improvements, allowing them to resume near-normal lives [12] Future Outlook - The company is optimistic about the upcoming top-line data from the phase three study and is committed to providing updates throughout the year [14] Highland Copper Industry Overview - Highland Copper is advancing the Copperwood project in Michigan, which is one of the few fully permitted copper projects in the U.S. [18] Project Development - The Copperwood project is positioned to address the domestic supply-demand imbalance for copper, with significant progress made in site work and detailed engineering [19][20] - Environmental mitigations are being implemented, including a 700-acre wetland preservation area [21] Community Engagement - Strong community support has been established, with local and federal legislators backing the project [25][29] Engineering and Financing - Detailed engineering is underway, with a goal of reaching 40% completion to facilitate project financing [33] - The company is exploring various funding avenues, including private equity and federal sources, to support project development [36] Regional Significance - The UP region, known as Copper Country, has historical mining significance, and Highland aims to revitalize this area through responsible mining practices [34] Future Goals - The company is focused on achieving key catalysts throughout the year, aiming for a construction decision and project financing by early 2026 [27][38]