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Sarytogan Graphite Ltd managing director Sean Gregory discusses the company's recent progress and the strong support it has received from both local and international entities.

Speaking with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion, Gregory detailed his trip to Kazakhstan, where the Sarytogan Graphite Project is based. He discussed the promising infrastructure in the town of Agydyr, which will host the company’s planned thermal purification facility.

He also highlighted the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) investment of $5 million, which positions Sarytogan as one of the first projects to benefit from the Mineral Security Partnership program. This endorsement was showcased globally when the project was presented as a case study at the United Nations General Assembly. Gregory emphasised the significance of this investment, not only for the project’s technical and financial feasibility but also for its potential to create hundreds of local jobs. The investment will fund ongoing trial mining, sample analysis, and efforts to advance towards a definitive feasibility study.

"It looks like we’re going to be able to tap into low-cost, high-voltage power," Gregory said, underscoring the project’s strategic location on the Silk Road and its long-term potential to supply critical materials.

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Lithium Universe Ltd (ASX:LU7) CEO Alex Hanly joins Proactive’s Tylah Tully to discuss the company’s Preliminary Feasibility Study (PFS) for the Bécancour Lithium Carbonate Refinery project in Québec, Canada.

The study confirms the viability of the lithium conversion project, even in a low-pricing environment. The refinery aims to produce environmentally friendly, battery-grade lithium carbonate with an annual capacity of 18,270 tonnes, drawing on the Jiangsu processing model. The company will source spodumene feedstock from both domestic and international markets, aligning with its goal to contribute to the North Atlantic lithium supply chain.

The project presents strong financial indicators, with a pre-tax Net Present Value (NPV) of around US$779 million and an Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 23.5%. The estimated payback period is 3.5 years. Annual revenue is projected to be around US$383 million, with costs of US$236 million, resulting in an EBITDA of some US$147 million and a gross margin of 38%. Post-tax NPV is estimated at US$501 million. The capital cost for the project is US$494 million, including a US$68 million contingency.

Lithium Universe plans to secure strategic partners for project funding and aims to position Québec as a key lithium conversion hub.

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Sprintex Ltd (ASX:SIX) managing director Jay Upton joins Proactive’s Tylah Tully to discuss the company’s progress at the Mest Water facility.

Sprintex has successfully met all performance targets during high-temperature testing of its custom-built compressors designed for Mest Water’s ammonia-reducing ZLD-Up systems.

The test confirmed the stability of the compressor under extreme conditions, reaching temperatures up to 90°C.

Following this success, Sprintex will deliver 20 compressor units to Mest Water’s launch customer, with the order valued at $1 million.

The company built a specialised test cell for this purpose, ensuring efficient testing of future projects.

The test results closely matched software simulations, validating the compressor's performance and efficiency.

Sprintex’s testing facility is set to officially open in October, and the company aims to commission the compressors in Europe around the same time.

Mest Water’s customer requires 400 units in total, presenting a significant future opportunity for Sprintex. In addition, the broader market for Mest Water’s ZLD-Up system could generate up to $150 million in revenue for Sprintex over the next five years.

Mest Water, backed by the Dutch government, is accelerating production to meet the growing demand for ammonia-reduction technology across Europe and beyond.

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Rubicon Organics CEO Margaret Brodie talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company's latest developments, financial performance, and future plans. Brodie shared insights on Rubicon Organics' unique position as the leading premium organic cannabis brand in Canada. She highlighted the company's success with two profitable adjusted EBITDA years and Rubicon's continued innovation in cannabis strains and products.

Brodie discussed the company's launch of new vape strains, stating, "We have launched our third strain, which is incremental revenue for us, and we're looking to get two more strains out by the end of the year." She emphasized the importance of following consumer trends and Rubicon's growing presence in the premium edibles and vape market. The company's 1964 brand has gained significant traction, achieving 30% market share in Canada's premium edibles category within 12 months.

Additionally, Brodie spoke about Rubicon's commitment to sustainability and ESG principles, which aligns with the values of its younger consumer base. Rubicon Organics aims to expand its international footprint by 2025, leveraging its high-quality production facilities in Canada.

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Ocean Power Technologies CEO Philipp Stratmann joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce the company has successfully shipped multiple WAM-Vs (Wave Adaptive Modular Vessels) to fulfill a previously announced contract with a U.S. government department. While the specific terms of the contract remain undisclosed due to its sensitive nature, this delivery marks a key milestone, enabling revenue recognition for the company.

Stratmann highlighted that this delivery builds on OPT's recent commercial successes with both WAM-Vs and PowerBuoys®, which are used for autonomous Maritime Domain Awareness, Counter Unmanned Underwater Vehicles, and Mine Counter Measure Solutions across regions including North America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and the Middle East.

He emphasized that the deployment of these systems underlines their growing role in advancing ocean security through small, unmanned surface vehicles, serving as cost-effective force multipliers for both the U.S. government and other offshore operators.

The interview also touched on the company’s efforts in Latin America, specifically its Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with SENAI in Brazil, which allows them to demonstrate their offshore energy platforms. Stratmann explained that having both government and commercial clients helps mitigate risks and supports stable revenue generation.

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Zephyr Energy PLC CEO Colin Harrington joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share the company’s unaudited interim results for the first half of 2024. During this period, Zephyr focused heavily on investing in its flagship Paradox Basin project in Utah, primarily drilling and testing the State 36-2R LN-CC well. This development aligns with the company’s strategy of using cash flow generated from its non-operated portfolio in the Williston Basin to fund ongoing operations and reinvestment efforts.

The company reported revenue of $13.6 million for H1 2024, driven by production from the Williston project, with gross profit rising to $10.0 million. Zephyr’s non-operated production during the period averaged 1,239 barrels of oil equivalent per day, totaling 225,622 barrels. Harrington highlighted the company’s strong cash flow and high margins, which covered all general and administrative costs, finance expenses, and provided additional capital for further reinvestment.

As of September 24th, Zephyr held cash balances of $1.3 million, positioning the company for continued development and growth in its core assets.

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Technology Minerals PLC CEO Alex Stanbury talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company’s decision to step away from the planned reverse takeover (RTO) of its 48.35% owned recycling business, Recyclus.

Stanbury highlighted that the current market capitalisation of Technology Minerals does not reflect the value of Recyclus. Given the London Stock Exchange's required capitalisation of £30 million for readmission, moving forward with the RTO would have negatively impacted Technology Minerals shareholders. Instead, Stanbury emphasised that Technology Minerals will focus on growing its exploration assets, such as the Leinster lithium project, as well as assets in Spain, Cameroon, and Idaho.

Stanbury also confirmed the company’s strategy for its exploration projects, stressing the importance of remaining capital-light and incubating these assets to attract larger players. He mentioned Recyclus is exploring other avenues for raising capital through strategic partnerships and will aim to demonstrate its value over time.

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Giyani Metals Corp CEO Charles FitzRoy updates Proactive's Stephen Gunnion on the company's manganese demonstration plant in South Africa. FitzRoy highlighted the steady progress, noting that the plant remains on track to deliver battery-grade manganese by Q4 of this year for offtaker qualification and testing. He emphasised key steps like completing hard-standing equipment installation and ongoing work on piping and cabling connections.

The company has also partnered with CM Solutions for metallurgical testing, successfully removing hydrofluoric acid from the flow sheet, a major advancement in reducing reagent use. Additionally, Minopex, a leading plant operations group, has been engaged to operate the facility upon commissioning. FitzRoy underscored the importance of the demo plant’s continuous operation, which ensures a consistent end product, crucial for securing offtake agreements with OEMs.

“This is a world-class facility, and we are on track for commissioning in Q4,” said FitzRoy. The plant will also serve as a critical step for de-risking the ramp-up of Giyani’s commercial facility, which is expected by 2027.

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Fah Mai Holdings Group Inc UK head Jacob Carter talked with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the current state of the Asian whisky market and emerging trends for 2023 and 2024.

According to Carter, while whisky volumes have increased by 10%, the overall value of rare bottles, especially those priced over £1000, has seen a decline. He shared insights into how ultra-high-end bottles still achieve record-breaking prices, but the market dynamics are shifting toward lower-priced bottles, where volume is growing by 18%.

Carter also touched on the rise of premiumisation in the market, where buyers are willing to pay more for single malts and aged whiskies from brands like Macallan, Glenfiddich, and Springbank. He highlighted Hong Kong’s role as a major whisky hub, benefiting from a tax-free environment for luxury goods. Jacob noted that despite macroeconomic pressures, the demand for premium and collectible whiskies remains strong.

“The whisky bottle market in Asia, particularly in Hong Kong, China, and Japan, does remain strong, with continued growth in sales volumes driven by its demand for premium and collectable bottles,” Carter stated, while cautioning about counterfeiting concerns and the impact of economic pressures on luxury goods.

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Iofina PLC CEO Dr Tom Becker talked with Proactive about the company’s latest half-year results, ongoing iodine production, and future growth plans. In this interview, Dr. Becker highlights Iofina's record revenue, which has been driven by sustained demand for iodine, particularly in healthcare applications. Despite a slight decrease in iodine prices during the first half of 2024, the company is seeing positive market dynamics with prices recovering in the second half of the year.

Becker also discusses Iofina’s growth strategy, focusing on the recent completion of its IO#10 plant and plans to commence production shortly. "Production at IO#10 will start this month," said Becker, noting that the company is also preparing to launch its next plant, IO#11, by the end of the year. The company expects strong cash flows and improved iodine production for the second half, supported by favourable weather conditions and rising iodine prices.

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