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Pantheon Resources is entering a pivotal phase as it refines its strategic direction under new leadership. Executive Chairman David Hobbs and newly appointed CEO Max Easley recently spoke with Steve Darling from Proactive, offering insights into the company’s transition and future plans.

Hobbs, who is shifting from executive to non-executive chairman, expressed deep appreciation for Jay Cheatham’s 17 years of dedicated service to the company. Meanwhile, Easley, a seasoned industry veteran with over 30 years of experience at BP, Apache and PETRONAS, conveyed his excitement about leading Pantheon Resources at such a critical juncture.

A native of Alaska, Easley is particularly drawn to the opportunity to develop Pantheon’s substantial assets in his home state. “Two billion barrels in my own backyard. It’s amazing,” he remarked, underscoring his confidence in the company’s potential. His extensive expertise in both conventional and unconventional oil positions him well to steer the company through its next phase of growth.

Looking ahead, Hobbs outlined key milestones for Pantheon and an anticipated surge in company updates. The company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) is scheduled for March 12, and stakeholders can expect a steady flow of developments. He emphasized the significant progress made over the past 18 months, from securing a path to financing through the agreement with ADC to advancing the Megrez well.

As Pantheon transitions from exploration to production, Easley assured investors that momentum is building. “Expect activity followed by good results,” he said, signalling confidence in the company’s trajectory. With strong leadership and a clear strategy, Pantheon Resources is poised for a dynamic and productive year ahead.

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Aftermath Silver CEO Ralph Rushton joined Steve Darling from Proactive to provide an update on the Phase 2 diamond drill program at the Berenguela silver-copper-manganese deposit in Puno, southern Peru. The latest results continue to confirm high-grade silver and copper mineralization, with step-out drilling extending the known resource.

The company reporting AFD100, drilled 50m east of prior work, returned the longest copper intercept to date with 156m @ 1.12% Cu, 290 g/t Ag, and 7.3% Mn. Hole AFD100 also delivered the two highest silver assays ever recorded at Berenguela, 1.95m @ 14,252 g/t (1.43% Ag) from 29.30m to 31.25m, including:

These results confirm significant silver and copper enrichment in the Eastern Zone, with further assay results from the current program expected in the coming weeks.

Metallurgical testing is underway, building on historic studies, with a focus on producing Silver and copper metal and a commercial battery-grade or fertilizer-grade manganese product

These advancements reinforce Berenguela’s potential as a significant silver-copper-manganese deposit, supporting Aftermath Silver’s strategy of advancing high-quality critical metal projects.

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Quantum Blockchain Technologies PLC (AIM:QBT) CEO Francesco Gardin talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company's latest advancements. Gardin revealed that Quantum Blockchain is now able to mine Bitcoin in real-time using its AI Oracle technology, highlighting a significant milestone.

"We are mining with our FPGA bitcoins," Gardin said, clarifying that while they are dealing in Satoshis rather than full bitcoins, the company is preparing for a live demo to present its technology to potential customers.

Gardin discussed the unique challenges Quantum Blockchain faces, including the limitations of FPGA chips compared to ASIC chips, which impact the speed of accumulating results. To overcome this, the company is utilising time-lapse techniques and working on making the demo presentable to industry partners.

He shared insights from a recent US Bitcoin conference, where the AI Oracle received positive feedback, enhancing Quantum Blockchain's credibility. "When they associate a face... the entire credibility changes," he noted, emphasising the importance of direct engagement with industry leaders.

Gardin also provided updates on Method C's commercialisation prospects and reassured shareholders that Methods A and B remain in the pipeline. He revealed the company's excitement about upcoming access to Intel chips, which could unlock further potential for Method B.

Quantum Blockchain is preparing a 3D graphics video to simplify the explanation of Method C's disruptive impact on the Bitcoin algorithm. Gardin described the interest in the company's technology as "huge" within the crypto community.

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Oakmount & Partners Ltd managing director Glenn King takes Proactive's Stephen Gunnion through the company's latest developments, including a significant acquisition and strategic growth plans for 2025. King shared insights into Oakmount's recent acquisition of an independent consultancy firm with expertise in investment management and compliance. This move brings ten new team members into Oakmount, enhancing its sales capabilities—a critical area for the company’s expansion.

King also discussed Oakmount’s strategic partnership with T3 Life, finalised in October 2024. The collaboration introduces high-value opportunities in social care and social housing, backed by UK government-obligated A-rated income. King noted, “We were in the nest, if you will, with some big notable banking institutions and advisors in the market,” referring to partners such as BNP Paribas and CBRE Capital Advisors.

Oakmount's investee company, Inter Group Mining, is progressing towards a TSX listing, with shareholder approvals underway. King emphasised the potential for significant returns on investment. Additionally, Oakmount remains focused on its own listing ambitions, planning a £50 million raise and transitioning to a plc company in the new financial year.

Looking ahead, King highlighted the company’s international ambitions, with a strong focus on Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and a potential expansion into Singapore. He concluded by expressing optimism about the company’s growth trajectory and plans for 2025.

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ATOME PLC (AIM:ATOM) CEO Olivier Mussat talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the significance of Hy24’s proposed investment in the company’s Villeta project. Mussat described the partnership as a critical catalyst on ATOME’s road to a final investment decision (FID), highlighting its importance in securing both equity and debt financing.

“The largest investor in the hydrogen sector finally signs on the dotted line—it's a good validation,” Mussat said, emphasising the credibility Hy24 brings to the project. He noted that the partnership supports ATOME’s ambitions in the hydrogen space, particularly in sectors such as e-fuels, mobility, and green steel.

Mussat outlined the next steps, including finalising contracts for the Villeta project and preparing for construction. He stressed that the company is also building a pipeline of new opportunities, with projects in Yguazu, Costa Rica, and potential collaborations with other developers.

For 2025, ATOME’s priority is to close the Villeta project and transition from the FID phase to the production phase, ensuring sustainable growth and value for shareholders.

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Greencoat UK Wind PLC (LSE:UKW)'s Stephen Lilley and Director Matt Ridley talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the fund’s 2024 results and future strategy. Lilley highlighted the firm’s resilience, mentioning a £250 million dividend payout and key refinancings despite a tricky market. He emphasised the business's strong long-term position, noting the potential for capital recycling into the UK wind sector.

Ridley outlined the fund's expected strong cash generation over the next five years, supported by strong dividend cover and potential asset disposals. "We were the first to do a large buyback program, that's now complete; we've announced to the market this morning another 100 million," Ridley said. He stressed Greencoat's focus on alignment with shareholders, prudent capital allocation, and delivering attractive returns.

Lilley also announced his retirement, with Steve Packwood set to take over alongside Ridley. Packwood brings 20 years of experience in renewables and asset management, which Lilley believes will complement Ridley’s leadership.

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Afentra Plc CEO Paul McDade talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s strategic initiatives in West Africa, focusing on recent acquisitions and future plans. McDade shared insights into Afentra’s competitive edge, which stems from its experienced leadership team and robust industry network in the region.

Afentra, established in 2021 and standing for African Energy Transition, aims to acquire production and development assets in West Africa. Highlighting the company’s asset portfolio, McDade discussed Block 3/05 and Block 3/05A offshore Angola, where Afentra has increased production by 30% to over 20,000 barrels per day. The newly awarded KON-15 onshore license complements the company’s existing KON-19 licence, strengthening its presence in the underexplored Kwanza Basin.

McDade emphasised Afentra’s strong financial position, with nearly $55 million in cash at the end of 2024 and significant cash flow generation. "The acquisitions have been quite spectacular... delivering about $87 million of free cash flow," he noted, underlining the impact of smart deal-making and operational efficiency.

Looking ahead, Afentra plans to focus on organic growth and potential M&A opportunities, leveraging its cash reserves and expertise. McDade also outlined the 2025 work program, including further development of existing assets and exploration of new opportunities both onshore and offshore Angola.

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Ecora Resources PLC (LSE:ECOR, TSX:ECOR, OTCQX:ECRAF) CEO Marc Bishop Lafleche talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company's latest acquisition of a copper stream from Moxico Resources’ Mimbula copper mine in Zambia. This $50 million transaction aligns with Ecora's strategy of focusing on royalties and streams over producing mines, contributing to immediate earnings and cash flow growth.

Lafleche emphasised that the deal "cements copper at the core of our portfolio," with the stream structured to front-load entitlements for the first seven to eight years of the mine's life. This approach ensures maximum contributions to Ecora’s earnings profile, delivering both short- and medium-term growth.

The Mimbula mine, located in the mineral-rich Zambian copper belt, offers high margins and low costs, contributing strong cash flows through varying commodity price cycles. The mine’s expansion is expected to quadruple copper production from 14,000 tonnes in 2024 to 56,000 tonnes by 2026.

The transaction was funded through a mix of cash on hand and an upsized revolving credit facility, providing Ecora with flexibility for future acquisitions. Lafleche noted that this acquisition not only strengthens Ecora’s copper exposure but also supports a material deleveraging profile over the next 12 to 24 months.

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Sparc Technologies Ltd (ASX:SPN) managing director Nick O'Loughlin talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company's innovative strides in green hydrogen production and its Ecosparc coating technology.

O'Loughlin outlined Sparc Hydrogen’s unique approach, leveraging photocatalysis to produce green hydrogen without the high power costs typically associated with electrolysis.

"We see a real advantage in developing a new method... completely decoupled from the cost of power," he said. The company is advancing to stage two of its joint venture with Fortescue Limited and the University of Adelaide, focusing on building a pilot plant near Adelaide. The project also recently achieved its first patent approval in Morocco, with 17 more jurisdictions under review.

On the graphene side of the business, Sparc's Ecosparc coating aims to enhance the durability of protective coatings for heavy steel infrastructure. The company is currently trialing this technology with the BHP Mitsubishi Alliance, testing it in harsh, corrosive environments to validate its performance.

Looking ahead, Sparc plans to complete the pilot plant by mid-2025 and progress towards commercializing EcoSparc. O'Loughlin expressed confidence in reaching commercialization within the year, emphasizing the cost and carbon savings potential of their solutions.

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Bluefield Partners Managing Partner James Armstrong takes Proactive's Stephen Gunnion through the latest interim results for the Bluefield Solar Income Fund (LSE:BSIF), highlighting robust operational performance and an increase in dividend targets. Armstrong noted the standout success of the strategic partnership with GLIL, which contributed to long-term and short-term value protection and significant liquidity, with over £90 million returned to the company.

Armstrong emphasised Bluefield Solar's continued leadership in dividends, targeting "not less than 8.9 pence per share," which translates to over 10% based on the current share price. He also highlighted the addition of two new assets—Yelvertoft, a Contract for Difference (CFD) asset, and Mauxhall Farm—which reinforced the company's solid operational performance.

Discussing the future of the GLIL partnership, Armstrong explained that Phase 3 focuses on developing Bluefield Solar's proprietary development pipeline, underscoring the partnership’s growth potential. Under ESG initiatives, he proudly mentioned the Impact on Clients Award for biodiversity work at West Raynham Solar Park, showcasing the company’s environmental stewardship.

Addressing the discounted Net Asset Value (NAV), Armstrong outlined strategic steps, including a share buyback program and prudent capital allocation, to align with shareholder interests and narrow the NAV discount. He concluded by highlighting Bluefield's focus on delivering innovative and value-creative solutions for shareholders.

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