Jupiter Mines (JMS) 2025 Conference August 04, 2025 04:35 AM ET Speaker0Next up, folks, we have Brad Rogers, who is the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Jupiter Minds. Brad's got a background in strategy and corporate finance. And previously, he was the MD of Biz Industries and Head of Corporate Development for GRD Limited. This is his second year presenting at Diggers and Dealers. And a fun fact about Brad is a few years ago, was the third best 12 year old breaststroke swimmer in Western Au ...

Core Viewpoint - Cavalry Capital Corp. has announced a definitive agreement for a business combination with Advanced Energy Fuels, Inc., which will result in Advanced Energy becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cavalry [1][4]. Transaction Details - The business combination will involve Cavalry acquiring all outstanding common shares of Advanced Energy, with shareholders receiving one post-consolidation common share of Cavalry for each common share of Advanced Energy [1]. - The transaction is expected to meet the listing requirements for a Tier 2 mining issuer under the TSX Venture Exchange [1]. Share Consolidation and Private Placement - Cavalry will consolidate its outstanding share capital at a ratio of 1.66 pre-consolidation shares for each post-consolidation share, resulting in approximately 3,893,072 shares outstanding post-consolidation [3]. - Approximately 19,879,938 post-consolidation shares will be issued to former holders of Advanced Energy common shares as part of the purchase price [3]. - A private placement will be completed for at least 10,000,000 subscription receipts at a price of $0.25 each, aiming for gross proceeds of at least $2,500,000 [3]. Project Development - Proceeds from the private placement will be used to advance the South Woodie Woodie Manganese Project in the Pilbara Region, with plans to complete a pre-feasibility study [3]. - Advanced Energy will acquire a 100% interest in the SWWM Project by paying AUD$450,000 to Trek Metals Limited and issuing shares to Trek [3]. Management and Name Change - The management and board of directors of the resulting issuer will consist of three nominees from Advanced Energy and two from Cavalry [10]. - Cavalry will change its name to "Advanced Energy Fuels Group Limited" or another name determined by Advanced Energy [10]. Regulatory and Approval Conditions - The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including approvals from the TSXV and completion of the private placement and consolidation [6]. - No finder's fees are payable in connection with the transaction, except for the private placement [5].

Core Insights - RecycLiCo Battery Materials Inc. has become a founding member of the Minerals for National Automotive Competitiveness Collaboration (MINAC), aimed at enhancing the development and procurement of American-sourced critical minerals for automotive manufacturing [1][2][3] Group 1: Collaboration and Objectives - The partnership includes industry leaders such as Lucid, Alaska Energy Metals, Graphite One, and Electric Metals, focusing on establishing a circular supply chain for critical minerals [1][2] - MINAC aims to advance domestic mineral production through offtake agreements for American critical minerals, identify barriers to commercialization, and improve coordination between the mining and automotive sectors [7] Group 2: Technological Contributions - RecycLiCo's advanced hydrometallurgical process is recognized for its ability to recover high-purity, battery-ready materials from various sources, contributing to onshore sourcing of essential materials [2][3] - The collaboration is a response to the global trading environment's realignment and governmental initiatives promoting reliance on domestic sources, validating and scaling RecycLiCo's technology [3] Group 3: Leadership and Events - Richard Sadowsky, CEO of RecycLiCo, will participate in a roundtable event in Washington, D.C., alongside notable political figures, to discuss the collaboration's launch [4]

Group 1 - The Metals Company experienced a significant stock increase of 489.3% in the first half of 2025, following a 19.1% gain in 2024 [1] - The new administration under President Trump is focused on securing the supply of critical minerals, which has positively influenced investor sentiment towards The Metals Company [3] - The company is engaged in collecting seabed nodules to produce critical minerals such as cobalt, copper, manganese, and nickel [4] Group 2 - An executive order issued by President Trump in April emphasized the importance of seabed mineral resources, leading to a 45% increase in The Metals Company's stock on the day of the announcement [5] - In June, The Metals Company announced an equity investment of $85.2 million from Korea Zinc, further boosting investor confidence [6] - The company remains in the pre-revenue phase, and potential investors are advised to consider their risk tolerance before investing [8]

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Core Insights - Globex Mining Enterprises Inc. has received a final payment of $3 million from Agnico Eagle Mines Limited for the purchase of the Francoeur/Arntfield/Lac Fortune Gold Mines Property in Quebec, retaining a 2% Gross Metal Royalty on all production from the property [1] - The company also received a $50,000 annual advance royalty payment from Renforth Resources Inc. related to the Parbec Gold Property, which has a Measured and Indicated Resource of 9.61 million tonnes grading 0.86 g/t Au and an Inferred Resource of 2.55 million tonnes grading 1.18 g/t Au, with Globex retaining a 3% Gross Metal Royalty [2] - Manganese X Energy Corp. delivered an annual $20,000 advance royalty payment for the Battery Hill Manganese deposit, which has a Measured and Indicated Resource of 34.86 million tonnes grading 6.42% Mn, and Globex retains a 1% Gross Metal Royalty on this property [3]

Core Viewpoint - Aftermath Silver Ltd. has made a partial payment of US$1.5 million towards the acquisition of the Berenguela silver-copper-manganese project in Peru, ahead of the due date, which has resulted in a reduced balance owed to EMX Royalty Corp. [3][5] Group 1: Financial Transactions - The company has an option to acquire a 100% interest in the Berenguela project through agreements with SSR Mining Inc. and EMX Royalty Corp. [2] - Aftermath Silver's payment obligations total US$13 million, with the remaining payments summarized as follows: US$3 million paid on May 15, 2025; US$1.5 million paid in June 2025; and US$1.65 million due in November 2026 [5][7]. - A sliding-scale NSR royalty will be applied to all mineral production from the project, starting at 1.0% when silver prices are up to US$25 per ounce, and increasing to 1.25% when silver prices exceed US$25 and copper prices are above US$2 per pound [7]. Group 2: Project Development - The company is focusing on the Berenguela project and expects an updated NI43-101 mineral resource estimate to be completed soon [4]. - Recent drilling in the eastern part of Berenguela intersected 153 meters of mineralization, including 1.12% copper, 290 g/t silver, and 7% manganese [4]. Group 3: Company Background - Aftermath Silver is a Canadian junior exploration company focused on silver, aiming to deliver shareholder value through the discovery, acquisition, and development of quality silver projects in stable jurisdictions [9]. - The company has developed a pipeline of projects at various stages of advancement, selected based on growth and development potential [9].

Core Viewpoint - Electra Battery Materials Corporation has completed a feasibility level Class 3 Engineering Study for a modular battery recycling facility, which will enhance North America's battery materials supply chain and energy security [1][4]. Facility and Process - The new facility will recover lithium, nickel, cobalt, manganese, and graphite from lithium-ion battery manufacturing scrap and end-of-life batteries using a proprietary hydrometallurgical process validated through a year-long pilot program [2][5]. - The next phase will involve operating the recycling process under continuous conditions to simulate commercial-scale throughput, funded in part by Natural Resources Canada [3]. Strategic Integration - The cobalt recovered will directly feed into Electra's adjacent cobalt sulfate refinery, which is under advanced construction, thereby creating a closed-loop supply chain for battery materials [4][5]. - Electra's partnership with Aki Battery Recycling ensures a reliable supply of black mass feedstock, supporting both near-term and long-term commercial ambitions [6][13]. Collaboration and Market Engagement - Electra plans to present the engineering study results to downstream partners, including battery manufacturers and OEMs, to determine the optimal scale and timing of the facility [7]. - The study was completed in partnership with Green Li-ion, leading to proprietary improvements that enhance Electra's competitive position in the recycling value chain [8]. National Security and Strategic Minerals - Electra supports North American energy independence amid global competition, particularly against China's dominance in critical mineral processing [9][10]. - The integrated black mass refining program aligns with strategic priorities in Canada and the U.S., emphasizing the importance of cobalt in various applications, including electric vehicles and military-grade batteries [10][11]. Economic and Community Impact - The collaboration with Aki Battery Recycling not only secures a sustainable supply of raw materials but also provides economic benefits to Indigenous communities [6][13][14]. - Electra is committed to building a resilient and inclusive battery materials supply chain in North America, aligning innovation with sustainability and Indigenous economic development [7][14].

Core Points - Eramet held its Ordinary and Extraordinary General Meeting on May 26, 2025, in Paris, where Paulo Castellari was appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer [2][3][6] - Christel Bories was renewed as Chair of the Board for another four years, receiving appreciation for her eight years of service as Chair and CEO [3][6] - The Board of Directors now consists of 18 members, including 7 independent members and 7 women, representing 44% of the Board [4] - Shareholders approved a dividend of €1.50 per share for the 2024 fiscal year, with the ex-dividend date set for June 2, 2025, and payment starting from June 4, 2025 [4][6] - Upcoming financial disclosures include the publication of 2025 half-year results on July 30, 2025, and third-quarter turnover on October 30, 2025 [5] Company Overview - Eramet focuses on transforming Earth's mineral resources to provide sustainable solutions for industrial growth and energy transition challenges [5][8] - The company aims to be a reference for the responsible transformation of mineral resources, contributing to sustainable infrastructure and efficient technologies [9]

Core Viewpoint - TMC The Metals Company experienced a significant stock surge of 22.7% following increased visibility from a Wall Street Journal article discussing an executive order that allows mining companies to extract critical metals from the sea floor [1][2]. Company Overview - TMC was founded in 2011 and is focused on deep-sea mining opportunities off the coast of California [4]. - The company has raised $37 million in equity at $3 per share from a strategic investor, which is expected to fund operations through the potential issuance of mining permits [4]. - TMC's current market capitalization is approximately $2 billion, despite not generating any revenue and incurring losses while raising capital [6]. Industry Insights - A 2024 analysis by consulting firm Arthur D. Little estimated the global worth of undersea metals at $20 trillion [3]. - The executive order allowing for undersea mining was issued despite objections from the International Seabed Authority, with studies indicating that the environmental impact may not be as severe as previously thought [3]. Investment Considerations - TMC is viewed as a speculative investment opportunity, particularly for investors interested in high-risk, high-reward scenarios, given its early mover advantage in the undersea mining sector [7]. - The company has invested over $500 million and spent more than a decade preparing for this opportunity, indicating a strong commitment to the sector [5].