Ionic Rare Earths Ltd (ASX:IXR, OTC:IXRRF) managing director Tim Harrison talked with Proactive’s Tylah Tully about the company’s significant milestone of applying for a capital grant from the UK Government to fast-track a commercial battery recycling facility in Belfast.

Harrison called the application a "big milestone" for the team, adding that it could serve as a cornerstone investment to advance the project.

The Belfast facility feasibility study indicated a net present value of $500 million and a post-tax internal rate of return of 44%, with a capital cost of £85 million.

Harrison emphasised the project's long-term potential, noting its role in rare earth recycling.

"We’re bullish on the recycling opportunity and this facility positions us well for future growth," he said.

He also mentioned opportunities to expand the technology into markets like the US and Brazil.

Looking forward, the company anticipates hearing back on the grant application in early 2025, with plans to finalise financing for the project in the first half of the year.

With strong support from UK stakeholders, Ionic Rare Earths is optimistic about its ability to capitalise on growing demand for critical raw materials and energy transition solutions.

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Race Oncology Ltd (ASX:RAC, OTC:RAONF) CEO and managing director Daniel Tillett talks with Proactive’s Tylah Tully about the company’s recent achievements, including submitting an ethics approval application for its Phase 1 RC220 clinical trial.

He explained the importance of this milestone, as it marks the kickoff of a clinical program for a newly reformulated cancer drug.

Tillett elaborated on the drug’s history, noting how past challenges were resolved by reformulating it to eliminate previous obstacles.

He highlighted its dual potential to combat cancer effectively and protect the cardiovascular system from chemotherapy-induced damage.

"The results of that can be life-changing," Tillett remarked, emphasising the transformative potential for patient outcomes.

Reflecting on 2024, Tillett noted the company’s success in manufacturing the drug to GMP standards, completing GLP safety studies and setting up the framework for clinical trials.

Looking ahead, he outlined goals for 2025, including demonstrating the drug’s safety and proving its cardiovascular protection capabilities in clinical trials.

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Greatland Gold PLC (AIM:GGP, OTC:GRLGF) CEO Shaun Day spoke with Proactive’s Tylah Tully about the acquisition of the Telfer Mine and Havieron Project from Newmont.

This milestone marks a transformative moment for Greatland, as it transitions into a gold and copper producer with a strong development pipeline in Australia.

Shaun Day reflected on the acquisition's significance, stating, "We take 100% ownership of Telfer and Havieron, positioning us as a significant Australian gold-copper producer."

He shared insights from the first day on-site under Greatland’s ownership, highlighting a renewed focus on safety, exploration and long-term mine planning.

"Telfer isn’t lost in a global portfolio. This is our focus," Day emphasised.

Greatland aims to integrate production from Telfer’s open pit and underground mines with output from Havieron, creating a unified mine plan for the Telfer mill.

Additionally, the company plans to extend mine life, incorporate new resources and explore further regional opportunities.

Day described the breadth of opportunities as “exciting,” with plans to maximize reserves and maintain a long-term growth strategy.

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Titan Minerals Ltd (ASX:TTM, OTC:TTTNF) CEO Melanie Leighton talks with Proactive’s Tylah Tully about the company’s $20 million funding round and its ambitious plans for 2025.

She highlighted strong support from major shareholder Tribeca and the addition of new investors.

Leighton described the funding as a significant vote of confidence in Titan’s projects in southern Ecuador.

At the Dynasty Gold Project, a 10,000-metre resource extension program is underway. The project boasts 3.1 million ounces of gold and 22 million ounces of silver, with plans for substantial resource growth.

"We’re aiming to deliver multiple drilling results and resource updates through 2025," Leighton said.

The funds will support ongoing drilling, exploration and de-risking activities at Dynasty.

Leighton also provided updates on the Linderos Copper-Gold Project, a joint venture with Hancock Prospecting.

A 10,000-metre drilling campaign is in progress, with plans for a second phase to begin next year.

"We’re looking forward to the results, which will help unlock the project’s potential," she said.

Both projects are positioned well amidst strong gold and copper market conditions.

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Proactive’s Tylah Tully breaks down ‘Just the Facts’ of the latest news from Constellation Resources Ltd (ASX:CR1).

The company has partnered with the CSIRO to explore natural hydrogen in Western Australia. The collaboration centres on the Edmund Collier and Yerrida projects, covering 56,000 square kilometres. Funded through CSIRO’s Kick-Start Program, the $145,000 initiative splits contributions between Constellation ($95,000) and CSIRO ($50,000).

The research will evaluate satellite imagery, remote sensing and geophysical data to detect gas seepages, informing soil gas sampling set for early 2025, pending land access approvals. The outcome will include a prospectivity model to identify key areas for hydrogen and helium exploration.

CSIRO’s Natural Hydrogen Roadmap underpins the project, aiming to foster Australia’s hydrogen industry through innovative geological research and commercialisation strategies.

Additionally, Constellation has received an Exploration Incentive Scheme grant from the Western Australian Government to support drilling at the Orpheus Project in the Fraser Range. The ongoing aircore drilling program targets nickel, copper and gold anomalies identified via ultrafine soil sampling, with completion expected by mid-December.

Both projects highlight Constellation’s commitment to using advanced methods for resource exploration.

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Proactive’s Tylah Tully breaks down ‘Just the Facts’ of the latest news from Nexus Minerals Ltd (ASX:NXM).

The company is advancing its Wallbrook Gold Project in Western Australia’s Goldfields following significant discoveries at the Payns and Godfreys prospects. These findings represent a critical step in enhancing the project’s gold resource inventory and align with the company’s regional exploration strategy to identify and expand shallow gold deposits.

Of 18 high-priority regional targets identified at Wallbrook, seven have undergone initial drilling, with six yielding highly anomalous gold results. Nexus plans to further assess these discoveries alongside other high-priority targets to scale the project’s potential.

Early in the new year, the company will mobilise an aircore drill rig to conduct further exploration. Results will be used to rank targets for follow-up reverse circulation (RC) drilling.

In addition to Wallbrook, the company is progressing work at its Crusader-Templar gold deposit. Technical studies aimed at de-risking a potential open-pit operation are nearing completion, supported by positive engagement with operational and toll treatment partners.

These efforts reflect Nexus Minerals’ commitment to advance its exploration projects while maintaining a focused path toward potential production.

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Lithium Universe Ltd (ASX:LU7, OTC:LUVSF) CEO Alex Hanly talks with Proactive’s Tylah Tully about the latest developments for the Bécancour Lithium Refinery in Québec, Canada, and its ambitious outlook for 2025.

Hanly highlighted the recent signing of an MoU with a Québec-based chemical logistics company, which leverages their expertise and established supply chain to support lithium carbonate production.

He stated, “This partnership connects us with a vast network of suppliers and enhances our capacity within the circular economy in Bécancour.”

The company has also released a pre-feasibility study showing a strong NPV and payback period in a conservative pricing environment, with plans to proceed with a definitive feasibility study led by Hatch Engineering.

Additionally, securing Lot 22, a 270-hectare block in an industrial park tailored for critical mineral projects, marked a major milestone.

Looking ahead to 2025, Lithium Universe plans to solidify partnerships with chemical suppliers, educational institutions and lithium carbonate off-takers.

Hanly noted, “We’re engaging with automotive and battery manufacturers to understand their appetite for lithium carbonate in North America.”

Lithium Universe is well-positioned for a pivotal year as it advances its critical mineral refinery in Québec.

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Constellation Resources Ltd (ASX: CR1) is an emerging exploration company focused on critical minerals and energy transition opportunities in Western Australia.

Its portfolio encompasses copper-gold, nickel-copper sulphides and natural hydrogen, reflecting its strategic objective to develop resources aligned with growing global markets.

Located northeast of Perth, the Ularring project covers 187 square kilometres in the Yilgarn Craton. Historical drilling at the Centre Forest Prospect revealed promising results, such as 19 metres at 2.02 g/t gold and 0.16% copper, highlighting the potential for high-grade copper-gold zones.

Situated in the Fraser Range province, the Orpheus Project spans 340 square kilometres. It targets nickel-copper sulphides and includes a joint venture with Enterprise Metals, where Constellation holds a 70% stake. Soil sampling has identified nickel and copper anomalies, with aircore drilling planned upon finalising heritage agreements.

As a first mover in Western Australia's natural hydrogen sector, Constellation has secured six SPA-AO applications, covering 56,192 square kilometres. These areas are considered highly prospective for natural hydrogen and helium. Natural hydrogen is a cost-effective, low-emission energy source with growing global demand.

Constellation has a robust financial standing with A$1.9 million in cash and no debt. A recent capital raise secured A$1.4 million to support exploration activities.

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Polymetals Resources Ltd (ASX:POL) Endeavor Mine general manager Matt Gill talked with Proactive’s Tylah Tully about the company's ongoing progress at the Endeavor Mine and its outlook for 2025.

Gill shared updates on the rapid redevelopment and restart activities following the mine’s acquisition in August 2023. He emphasised the company’s focus on recruiting and ramping up operations, growing the team from 6 to 45 employees within months, with a target of 230 personnel by next year.

He stated, "No mine is any good without people, and building that team is fundamental to our success."

The interview also highlighted the company's preparation for restarting production, including structural and electrical audits, mobile equipment acquisition and refurbishing the processing plant.

Polymetals aims to resume production of zinc, silver and lead concentrates by May 2025.

"By May, we aim to have zinc and silver-lead concentrates on a train to Newcastle," said Gill, outlining the company’s aggressive timeline.

Polymetals Resources is set for an exciting and ambitious 2025, focusing on safety, infrastructure and production readiness.

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Ideal Power CEO Daniel Brdar joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share a significant milestone for the company with the receipt of a multi-unit order for its SymCool® IQ intelligent power module. The order comes from a customer specializing in circuit protection and power conversion solutions, demonstrating growing interest in Ideal Power’s innovative B-TRAN® technology.

The SymCool® IQ module builds on the bidirectional BTRAN® multi-die packaging of the SymCool® power module, incorporating an integrated intelligent driver optimized for bidirectional operation. Rated at 1200V and 200A, the module offers advantages over IGBT technology, including lower energy losses and inherent bidirectionality.

Brdar noted that this customer had previously ordered SymCool® power modules and drivers, reflecting ongoing interest in using the technology across product lines targeting key markets such as electric vehicles, EV charging, renewable energy, and data centers.

Ideal Power sees its B-TRAN® and SymCool® IQ modules as catalysts for entering additional markets, including renewable energy integration and energy storage. The customer is currently evaluating SymCool® IQ for pairing renewable energy systems with energy storage solutions, leveraging its bidirectional efficiency to optimize performance and cost-effectiveness.

This order underscores the potential for Ideal Power’s technology to revolutionize power conversion and protection across a wide array of industries.

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