PresentationBrad RogersMD, CEO & Director Today, I would like to share key highlights from our December 2025 quarterly activities report and our recent announcement in relation to Exxaro Resources. On the 29th of January 2026, Exxaro announced that it has satisfied all conditions for the acquisition of various manganese mining investments in South Africa. This includes a 50.1% ownership in Tshipi and a 19.99% share in Jupiter Mines. Exxaro will acquire the 19.99% share in Jupiter from Ntsimbintle Holdings, ...

Global manganese production remains heavily concentrated in Africa, with South Africa, Gabon, and Ghana collectively accounting for a substantial share of total output. This concentration reinforces Africa’s strategic role in the global manganese supply chain and highlights the sector’s structural dependence on a limited number of producing regions. In 2025, global manganese production is estimated to have increased by 10.8% to 57.3 million tonnes (mt), primarily supported by supply growth from Ghana and ...

Core Insights - Aftermath Silver Ltd has successfully completed the acquisition of the Berenguela project in southern Peru, now fully owned by the company [1][4] - The project is a significant silver-copper-manganese deposit, currently in its third phase of drilling, targeting exploration zones and future infrastructure [2][5] Acquisition Details - The acquisition process began in 2020, involving approximately $21 million Canadian in cash and shares, with complex legal work required for ownership transfer [4] - As of the end of December, Aftermath Silver holds 100% ownership of the Berenguela project, allowing for full control over the asset [4][8] Project Overview - The Berenguela project is a large deposit with potential for silver, copper, and manganese, all of which are currently experiencing high prices in the commodities market [5] - The company is focusing on drilling specific targets, including a copper zone on the eastern side and a copper-gold target in the southwest [6] Funding and Future Plans - Aftermath Silver raised about $20 million in December, providing full funding to advance engineering studies over the next 12 months [7] - The company aims to enhance the project's valuation in the market, leveraging its 100% ownership for strategic decisions regarding landholdings and associated costs [8]

Core Insights - Aftermath Silver Ltd. announced a new Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) for the Berenguela silver-copper-manganese project, showing a 21% increase in contained silver in Measured and Indicated resources to 122.5 million ounces (Moz) [2][7] - The MRE was completed by BBA International and is based on extensive drilling data, enhancing the understanding of the deposit [2][3] Resource Estimates - The combined Measured and Indicated (M&I) resources increased by 11.37 million tonnes or 28.3% to 51.55 million tonnes [4] - The conversion of Inferred resources to M&I resulted in a decrease of 7.96 million tonnes in the Inferred resources inventory [5] - The MRE is based on data from 439 drill holes, including 82 diamond drill holes drilled by Aftermath in 2024/25 [5] Metal Content - The contained metal in M&I resources increased as follows: - Silver: increased by 21.3 Moz (21%) to 122.5 Moz with 22.0 Moz in Inferred resources [7] - Manganese: increased to 2.93 million tonnes (Mt) M&I with 0.47 Mt Inferred resources [7] - Copper: increased to 717.1 million pounds (Mlb) M&I with 118.4 Mlb Inferred resources [7] - Zinc: increased to 372.4 Mlb M&I with 80 Mlb Inferred resources [7] Geological Insights - Mineralization at Berenguela is primarily hosted in mid-Cretaceous age limestones and is interpreted as a carbonate replacement deposit [25] - The mineralization extends approximately 1,500 meters in length and 200 to 400 meters in width, with drilling identifying mineralization up to 80 meters below the surface [26] Future Plans - The company plans to expedite development and engineering work at Berenguela and conduct additional drilling towards the eastern margins of the mineralization [6][8]

Core Viewpoint - Manganese X Energy Corp. has initiated a Prefeasibility Study (PFS) for its Battery Hill project, selecting ABH Engineering Inc. and GEMTEC Consulting Engineering and Scientists Ltd. to lead the study, which aims to optimize project economics and environmental stewardship [2][4][5]. Group 1: Project Overview - The PFS for the Battery Hill High Purity Manganese (HPMSM) project is set to begin immediately, with completion targeted for 2026 [3]. - The Battery Hill project is located near Woodstock, New Brunswick, Canada, and is one of the largest manganese carbonate deposits in North America, strategically positioned 15 km from the U.S. border [7]. Group 2: Engineering and Environmental Components - ABH Engineering will oversee major technical components of the PFS, including mine design, production scheduling, and overall project execution strategy [6]. - GEMTEC will handle environmental, geotechnical, hydrogeological, and community-impact assessments necessary for project advancement and permitting [6]. Group 3: Strategic Importance - The PFS aims to reflect high standards of environmental responsibility and technical rigor, optimizing the project's flowsheet to maximize long-term shareholder value [4][5]. - The project is positioned to become one of North America's first HPMSM production hubs, catering to the electric vehicle and energy-storage sectors [5]. Group 4: Company Mission - Manganese X aims to advance the Battery Hill project into production, becoming the first publicly traded manganese mining company in Canada and the U.S. to commercialize EV-compliant high purity manganese [9].

Core Points - Manganese X Energy Corp. has initiated its Battery Hill High Purity Manganese Prefeasibility Study (PFS) with the selection of ABH Engineering Inc. and GEMTEC Consulting Engineering and Scientists Ltd. [2][3] - The PFS is expected to be completed by 2026, focusing on optimizing project economics and ensuring environmental responsibility [3][4][5] Company Overview - Manganese X aims to advance its Battery Hill project into production, targeting to become the first publicly traded manganese mining company in Canada and the U.S. to commercialize EV-compliant high purity manganese [9] - The Battery Hill Project is located near Woodstock, New Brunswick, covering 1,225 hectares and is strategically positioned 15 km from the U.S. border [7] Engineering and Environmental Components - ABH Engineering will lead the technical aspects of the PFS, including mine design, production scheduling, and cost estimation, while GEMTEC will handle environmental and community impact assessments [5][6] - The PFS will incorporate recent advancements in processing flowsheet and ore sorting, along with updated geological input [8] Strategic Importance - The project is positioned to become a key production hub for high purity manganese in North America, supporting the EV and energy-storage sectors [5][9]

PresentationIan Murray Good afternoon everybody. My name is Ian Murray, as Chair of Jupiter Mines. It is my pleasure to welcome you to the company's 2025 Annual General Meeting. I would like to begin by acknowledging Whadjuk, their Elders, past, present and emerging. I also extend my acknowledgment to the local communities of the Northern Cape in South Africa, where the Tshipi manganese mine is located. We recognize their cultural heritage and longstanding relationship with those lands. I extend a warm we ...

Core Insights - Manganese X Energy Corp. announced highly positive Phase 2 ore-sorting results, achieving an 80% increase in mill feed grade in its Battery Hill pilot program [2][5][7] - The ore-sorting process is expected to significantly reduce capital and operating costs, enhancing project economics [5][8] Group 1: Ore-Sorting Results - The pilot scale results indicate that the Battery Hill material is very amenable to ore sorting, with an 80% increase in manganese content per tonne after processing [2][3] - The ore-sorting program was conducted at RADOS Technologies lab in South Africa, processing over 400 kg of rock from the Battery Hill manganese deposit [4][6] - The study is part of the preparation for the upcoming Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) scheduled to commence in Q3 2025 [6][10] Group 2: Economic Implications - The ore-sorting process is projected to deliver significant savings in capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operating costs (OPEX), which could positively impact the project's net present value (NPV) and internal rate of return (IRR) [5][8] - Higher-grade feed allows for a smaller facility to produce more metal, maximizing resource utilization and reducing environmental impact [8][10] - The results confirm the economic potential of the ore-sorting technology, supporting its integration into the company's operations [7][8]

Core Insights - Manganese X Energy Corp. reported highly positive Phase 2 ore-sorting results, achieving an 80% increase in mill feed grade in its Battery Hill pilot program [2][5][7] - The ore-sorting process is expected to significantly reduce capital and operating costs, enhancing project economics [5][8] Ore-Sorting Results - The ore-sorting program processed over 400kg of rock from the Battery Hill manganese deposit, confirming the material's suitability for ore sorting [4][6] - The increase in mill feed grade indicates that the processed material contains 80% more manganese per tonne than the original mined material [3][7] Economic Implications - The ore-sorting technology is projected to positively impact capital expenditure (CAPEX), operating costs (OPEX), and production costs per tonne, leading to improved project economics [5][7] - Higher-grade feed allows for smaller facilities to produce more metal, maximizing resource utilization and potentially improving project NPV and IRR [8] Future Plans - The study was conducted in preparation for the upcoming Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) scheduled to commence in Q3 2025, with ongoing discussions about integrating ore sorting into the PFS program [6][10]

Summary of Jupiter Mines (JMS) 2025 Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Jupiter Mines (JMS) - **Industry**: Manganese Mining - **Key Asset**: Tippi Mine located in the Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa Core Points and Arguments - **Major Investor**: Jupiter is a significant investor in one of the world's largest manganese mines, Tippi, which is currently operational and debt-free [3][4] - **Mine Longevity**: Tippi has over 100 years of mine life remaining, providing a stable cash flow and a strong foundation for dividends [4][12] - **Production Capacity**: Tippi produced 3.6 million tonnes of manganese in the last financial year, slightly above its average of 3.4 million tonnes [7][8] - **Dividend Track Record**: Jupiter has paid AUD 410 million in dividends over the last 6.5 years, with a commitment to continue this policy [13][22] - **Market Position**: Jupiter is the largest pure play listed manganese miner globally, benefiting from the volatility of manganese prices [5][6] - **Growth Strategy**: The company has a four-pronged growth strategy focusing on continuous improvement, market share growth, ESG initiatives, and positioning for battery-grade manganese production [15][17][18] Financial Performance - **Dividend Yield**: Jupiter has maintained an average yield of 12% since listing, significantly higher than the ASX 200 average of 5% [22] - **Cost Management**: The mine operates with stable costs and has achieved record production and sales, supporting its dividend payments [22][25] - **Correlation with Manganese Prices**: The share price of Jupiter is closely correlated with manganese prices, providing potential upside for investors [24][26] Market Dynamics - **Manganese Price Trends**: Current manganese prices are stable but have seen recent increases due to low stock levels in China, which are 26% below average [21][20] - **Supply-Side Disruptions**: The market is sensitive to supply-side disruptions, which have historically led to spikes in manganese prices [26][27] Strategic Developments - **Partnership with Exxaro**: A significant development is Exxaro's agreement to purchase the remaining 50% of the Tippi mine, aligning with Jupiter's strategy for consolidation and value generation [28][32] - **ESG Initiatives**: Jupiter is enhancing its ESG reporting and initiatives, including the implementation of solar and battery solutions at the mine [18] Additional Insights - **Logistics Improvement**: There are opportunities to enhance logistics, particularly in bulk transport, which could improve financial outcomes [15] - **Battery-Grade Manganese**: Jupiter is exploring options to produce battery-grade manganese, leveraging existing stockpiles [18] Conclusion - **Investment Proposition**: Jupiter presents a compelling investment opportunity due to its stable cash flow, strong dividend history, and strategic growth initiatives, particularly in the context of rising manganese prices and the recent partnership with Exxaro [29][30][31]