Proactive - Interviews for investors

Digbee Limited founder and CEO Jamie Strauss talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the independent ESG assessment conducted forBlencowe Resources PLC (LSE:BRES) and how it benefits the company. Joined by Blencowe’s ESG Manager, Kit Cheak, the discussion highlights how Digbee's guidance has helped Blencowe strengthen stakeholder engagement and environmental responsibility.

Cheak emphasised that Digbee’s involvement has provided “tremendous guidance,” especially for a young company still in the exploration stage. He noted that one key takeaway from the assessment is reducing carbon emissions, including using modern technology to minimise travel and improve efficiency.

Strauss explained how Blencowe can use its independent ESG disclosure to build confidence among investors and stakeholders. As the company moves toward production in the next few years, its ESG strategy will be critical in mitigating risks and ensuring responsible operations.

Watch the full interview for insights into Blencowe’s ESG initiatives and Digbee’s role in supporting sustainable mining.

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Ferro-Alloy Resources Ltd (LSE:FAR) chief executive Nick Bridgen talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the latest developments at its Balasausqandiq project in Kazakhstan. The company is focused on vanadium and a carbon black substitute, both of which are expected to be highly competitive due to their low-cost production and environmental benefits.

Bridgen discussed the ongoing feasibility study, which is nearing completion and is expected in the first half of 2025. He highlighted the importance of a recent non-binding offtake agreement with LL Resources for vanadium pentoxide, providing a degree of commercial security as the project advances.

Regarding the carbon black substitute, he emphasised that it is a co-product rather than a byproduct, with revenue potential comparable to vanadium. “We've had a marketing study that tells us that it should sell for over $500 a ton. The market is huge,” Bridgen noted.

As 2025 progresses, key milestones include the completion of the feasibility study and further commercial agreements for carbon black. Bridgen underscored the environmental benefits of Ferro-Alloy’s production process, which emits significantly less CO2 compared to traditional methods.

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Cornish Metals Inc (AIM:CUSN, TSX-V:CUSN, OTC:SBWFF) CEO Don Turvey talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s £56 million fundraising and what it means for the South Crofty Tin Project. Turvey highlighted that this funding is a significant step in advancing the project, further de-risking operations, and ensuring key developments stay on schedule.

The involvement of the UK government's National Wealth Fund underscores the strategic importance of South Crofty, reflecting strong government backing. Turvey emphasised, "The fact that we have local support from MPs and the national government is huge for us."

He also discussed the continued support from investor Vision Blue, noting their role in the company’s early infrastructure development and its increased investment in this latest funding round. The funding will be used to complete dewatering, refurbish the Cook’s Kitchen shaft, and secure long-lead equipment.

Looking ahead, Turvey outlined how South Crofty will contribute to the UK’s push for critical minerals security and net-zero goals, with the potential to establish a secure domestic tin supply. The company is also working with Endeavour Financial to secure a debt package by the end of this year.

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Solvonis Therapeutics PLC chairman Dennis Purcell talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the increasing mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the neuroscience sector. He highlighted how large pharmaceutical companies are shifting their focus to neurological disorders, investing billions in biotech firms working on conditions like schizophrenia, depression, and addiction.

Purcell pointed to major deals, such as Pfizer’s $14 billion acquisition of Karuna for its schizophrenia treatment and Eli Lilly’s $9 billion purchase of Intra-Cellular Therapies. He emphasised that pharmaceutical companies are now prioritising "de-risked assets" with clear proof of concept before making acquisitions.

Discussing broader trends, Purcell noted that the biotech sector has seen a significant increase in companies over the past decade, rising from 2,000 to 6,000. He believes industry consolidation—whether through big pharma acquisitions or biotech-to-biotech mergers—will drive efficiency and attract more venture capital.

Additionally, Purcell addressed advancements in Huntington’s disease treatments, with three promising compounds nearing potential approval. He also sees growing interest in psychedelic-based therapies for mental health conditions, despite some setbacks in 2024.

With thousands of ongoing gene therapy trials, Purcell stressed the need for companies to present clear investment cases to attract funding. He remains optimistic that 2025 will bring increased investor interest in neuroscience breakthroughs.

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Challenger Energy Group PLC CEO Eytan Uliel talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s significant milestones in 2024 and its outlook for 2025.

Uliel highlighted the company’s progress with its OFF-1 and OFF-3 blocks in Uruguay. In November 2024, Challenger successfully closed its farm-out agreement with Chevron, securing a 40% retained interest while Chevron took a 60% stake as operator. The deal included a $12.5 million cash payment and Chevron covering the full cost of a 3D seismic work program. Uliel emphasized the importance of maintaining a large interest, noting that this provides flexibility to monetize stakes in the future.

Discussing the company’s position, Uliel stated: “We ended 2024 in the best financial position we’ve been in for quite some time. We have an absolutely clean balance sheet, no debts, and a healthy cash surplus.”

Looking ahead to 2025, Challenger aims to progress its seismic work on OFF-1 with Chevron, leading to a potential drilling decision in 2026. The company is also preparing for a farm-out process for OFF-3, replicating the success of OFF-1. Uliel noted Uruguay’s strong regulatory and business environment, calling it one of the best jurisdictions for oil and gas exploration.

For investors, Uliel presented a strong case, citing Challenger’s “prime assets, unique market position, and current undervaluation.” The company sees significant upside potential, especially if drilling leads to discoveries.

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Scancell Holdings PLC CEO Phillip L’Huillier talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s latest interim results and its progress. He highlighted five key updates, including the latest data from the SCOPE study, which investigates the company’s cancer vaccine for melanoma. The interim results showed an 80% disease control rate and a 72% overall response rate, significantly outperforming current standard-of-care treatments.

L’Huillier also discussed the strong recruitment progress in the SCOPE and ModiFY studies, as well as an additional licensing deal with Genmab, reinforcing industry validation of Scancell’s antibody portfolio. The company recently raised £11.3 million, securing funding to advance its clinical programs through 2025 and into the second half of 2026.

He noted organizational changes, including his appointment as CEO and the hiring of Dr Nermeen Varawalla as chief medical officer, allowing Professor Lindy Durrant to refocus on scientific leadership as CSO.

Looking ahead, Scancell expects multiple clinical data readouts in 2025, including full results from the SCIB1 arm of the SCOPE study by mid-year, as well as new data from the next-generation iSCIB1+ vaccine. Updates from the ModiFY study, including further efficacy results from the Modi-1 vaccine in head and neck cancer, are also anticipated in the second half of the year.

L’Huillier expressed confidence in Scancell’s future, emphasising its strong clinical pipeline, robust team, and committed investor base. “We have the team and the resources to execute the plan, and we will do that.”

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Proactive’s Tylah Tully breaks down ‘Just the Facts’ of the latest news from Dynamic Metals Limited (ASX: DYM).

Dynamic has released its December 2024 quarterly update, reporting progress across its exploration projects and ending the quarter with a cash balance of $4.7 million.

Widgiemooltha Gold Project:

At the Cognac West prospect, results from 191 additional soil samples confirmed two strong gold anomalies, with a peak assay of 2.1 g/t gold. Rock chip sampling returned high-grade results, including 2,040 g/t gold in sample DM1007. A further 755 infill soil samples were collected, refining drill targets in preparation for planned drilling in early 2025.

At the Chalice South prospect Dynamic completed 3D geological modelling, which identified multiple prospective drill targets. Ground-truthing has been undertaken to prioritise targets for follow-up drilling in 2025.

Lindsays Project

The company has compiled surface and downhole geochemistry data, along with structural and geological interpretations, to generate initial gold and lithium targets. A total of 36 gold targets have been identified, with 18 prioritised for field assessment to determine drill testing suitability.

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Brightstar Resources Ltd (ASX:BTR) managing director Alex Rovira talks with Proactive’s Tylah Tully about the company’s latest updates, including its 2025 production program, expansion of the Laverton Hub and progress on key underground projects.

Rovira confirms that operations have begun at the Second Fortune underground mine, marking a significant step in monetising the company’s assets.

Brightstar has started ore haulage before processing in March, which will generate cash flow to fund exploration and development.

Under its ore purchase agreement with Genesis Minerals Ltd, up to 500,000 tonnes of ore will be processed through the Laverton mill.

Discussing growth plans, Rovira highlighted Brightstar’s commitment to becoming an owner-operator, with a definitive feasibility study (DFS) underway to refurbish the Laverton Hub’s processing infrastructure.

He also notes that the company remains debt-free and hedge-free, positioning it to maximise gains from strong gold prices.

On exploration, drilling has commenced at the Sandstone Gold Project to expand resources and upgrade inferred ounces for future mining studies.

The company is also progressing the Fish Underground Project, with regulatory approvals expected soon.

Brightstar aims to have two underground mines operating concurrently at Laverton by mid-year.

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Titan Minerals Ltd (ASX: TTM, OTC: TTTNF) CEO Melanie Leighton talks with Proactive’s Tylah Tully about the latest assay results from the Iguana Prospect, part of its Dynasty Gold Project in Ecuador.

She explains that after delays over the holiday period, the company has received strong results from drilling at Iguana, including a highlight intercept of 15.5 metres at 3 g/t gold and 22 g/t silver from 89 metres depth.

Leighton notes that these results have improved confidence in the geological model and enhanced the understanding of mineralisation at Iguana.

The company also drilled at the Iguana East Prospect, an area previously only surface-trenched and mapped.

New drill results have confirmed depth extensions and demonstrated continuity of mineralisation.

Looking ahead, Leighton confirmed that Titan Minerals has resumed drilling at Dynasty, with an additional 5,400 metres planned.

She emphasised the company's excitement about exploring high-grade mineralisation at depth and laterally in this area.

Leighton also mentioned she would soon be on-site in Ecuador to oversee the campaign.

Stay tuned for more updates from Titan Minerals Ltd.

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Olympio Metals Ltd (ASX:OLY, OTC:COPGF) managing director Sean Delaney talks with Proactive’s Tylah Tully about exploration progress at the Dufay Project in Quebec.

A recent ground EM survey confirmed multiple EM anomalies at the Dasserat porphyry gold-copper drill target within the Dufay Project.

Delaney explains that the survey results indicate geological similarities to the nearby Galloway deposit, which holds 1.4 million ounces of gold.

The new data has allowed the company to refine its drill targets, with modelling revealing two to three distinct plates that have influenced drill hole positioning.

Olympio Metals is gearing up for a diamond drilling program set to begin in early February, pending final approvals.

The primary goal is to test for disseminated sulphide mineralisation and assess the potential for a porphyry-style system similar to Galloway.

“The drilling will tell the story but we’re always looking for the big one,” Delaney said.

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