Core Viewpoint - Canyon Resources Limited has made significant progress in the development of its Minim Martap Bauxite Project in Cameroon, having completed the first drawdown from a US$140 million Credit Facility, which will facilitate the procurement of essential infrastructure and rolling stock for the project [2][3][8]. Financial Update - The initial drawdown amounted to XAF 15 billion (approximately US$26 million) before fees, which will be utilized for purchasing rolling stock and advancing key infrastructure works [3][8]. - The Credit Facility was secured on favorable terms, reflecting confidence in the Minim Martap Project as a tier-one asset [8]. Project Development - Canyon has placed orders for locomotives from CRRC Ziyang Co. Ltd and wagons from Texmaco Rail & Engineering Limited, with first deliveries expected in Q1 2026, aligning with the scheduled first bauxite shipment in the first half of 2026 [4][5]. - The company is on track to complete an updated Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) in August 2025, which is a critical milestone for the project [5][8]. Strategic Objectives - The company aims to establish itself as a key and reliable supplier of high-quality bauxite ore to the international market, with production expected to commence in early 2026 [5][6]. - The drawdown of funds marks a transition from planning to execution, indicating a pivotal moment for the project [6][8].