Proactive - Interviews for investors

James Bolen, the Chief Commercialization Officer of Hillcrest Energy Technologies, joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share exciting news about the company's collaboration agreement with Powertech Labs. Powertech Labs, a 100%-owned subsidiary of BC Hydro, is based in Surrey, British Columbia, and boasts over 200 employees. Under this agreement, Powertech Labs will provide testing and consulting services to support Hillcrest in the development and validation of its ZVS inverter technology for grid-connected applications.

Bolen expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, emphasizing that partnering with Powertech Labs represents a significant step forward in bringing Hillcrest's grid inverter technologies to market. Leveraging Powertech Labs' state-of-the-art test facilities, experienced experts, and extensive industry relationships, Hillcrest aims to accelerate the development and validation process for its ZVS technology.

Hillcrest's ZVS (Zero Voltage Switching) technology is poised to set a new industry standard for grid-connected power inverters. With its focus on unparalleled efficiency, performance, and reliability, the ZVS technology promises to enhance power quality, minimize harmonics, and reduce current distortion injected into the grid. This improvement not only benefits grid operators by requiring less effort and reducing system costs but also provides strategic advantages in system design and operation, including improved energy output predictability and stability.

The collaboration with Powertech Labs represents a significant milestone for Hillcrest Energy Technologies as it progresses towards commercializing its innovative ZVS inverter technology and revolutionizing grid-connected applications. Watch the full interview for more insights into Hillcrest's partnership with Powertech Labs and the potential impact of its ZVS technology on the energy sector.

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Surge Copper CEO Leif Nilsson joined Steve Darling from Proactive to to provide an insightful update regarding the company's strategic plans for the Berg copper-molybdenum-precious metals project situated in central British Columbia. Emphasizing their commitment to meticulous planning and execution, Surge Copper is gearing up for an array of technical work programs crucial for the forthcoming pre-feasibility study.

With an eye on advancing the project's development, Surge Copper is at an advanced stage of planning for multiple initiatives, poised to kick off in the imminent weeks and traverse through the summer field season. These initiatives, rooted in the recommendations delineated in the preliminary economic assessment for the Berg Project, signify a pivotal step towards realizing its full potential.

In his discussion with Proactive, Nilsson elaborated on one of the key initiatives: a comprehensive test work program meticulously designed to propel the bulk copper-molybdenum concentrate flotation parameters forward. The primary objective is to validate and enhance the recovery performance of copper, molybdenum, silver, and gold into distinct copper and molybdenum concentrates. Notably, this program stands fully scoped, with requisite composite sample materials readily available and awaiting prompt shipment.

Furthermore, Surge Copper is embarking on an expansive data collection endeavor during the summer field season of 2024. This initiative aims to amass critical time-series baseline data crucial for potential environmental assessments, underpinning the company's unwavering commitment to responsible and sustainable mining practices.

Field operations at the Berg deposit in 2024 will be instrumental in gathering samples from various sectors within the PEA pit shape. These samples will undergo meticulous laboratory-based geochemistry test programs, enabling Surge Copper to comprehensively characterize key parameters essential for waste rock and tailings design optimization. Concurrently, surface mapping and sampling endeavors will be initiated early in the field season, laying the groundwork for informed decisions regarding drilling targets.

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Tharisa PLC (LSE:THS, JSE:THA, OTC:TIHRF) CEO Phoevos Pouroulis takes Proactive's Stephen Gunnion through the company's second-quarter production performance and future prospects.

While Tharisa reported a slight decrease in chrome concentrate production to just over 400,000 tonnes, Pouroulis said the company remains on track to meet its annual guidance of 1.7 to 1.8 million tonnes. PGM production remained steady at 35.3 thousand ounces, with full-year guidance set at 145 to 155 thousand ounces, requiring improved recovery in the second half.

Progress was made at the Karo platinum project in Zimbabwe, with construction continuing despite a slowdown in capital expenditure, awaiting the finalisation of project financing.

Pouroulis also highlighted Tharisa's innovation strategy with the official launch of Redox One, a chrome iron redox flow battery technology for grid-scale, long-duration energy storage, developed from the company's chrome concentrate. The technology, aimed at decarbonizing the company's footprint, supports the use of renewable energy beyond daylight hours.

The CEO also discussed a $5 million share repurchase programme, taking advantage of the impact of depressed PGM prices on the company's share price.

The interview concluded with a reflection on the company's 10th anniversary of Tharisa's JSE listing and a positive outlook for the third quarter, focusing on improved PGM recoveries.

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BlueBird Merchant Ventures Ltd (LSE:BMV) executive director Aidan Bishop updates Proactive's Stephen Gunnion on the three gold mines the development company plans to bring into production.

The company's projects include the Batangas Gold Project in the Philippines, where the company originated, and two historic mines in South Korea, the Kochang and Gubong projects. Currently, these mines are in the permitting process, with feasibility studies completed.

The Gubong project, once South Korea's second-largest gold mine, is notably larger, and discussions are ongoing for a local joint venture partnership to advance this project. Bishop emphasized the critical importance of local partners in navigating permitting processes, understanding local customs and issues, and contributing capital. For the Batangas project, a local partner is funding key milestones towards production, including obtaining an environmental compliance certificate and completing a declaration of mining project feasibility.

Reopening the South Korean mines is viewed as cost-effective, with potential for significant gold reserves. The company aims to become a 100,000-ounce-per-year gold producer, leveraging the reported potential for over a million ounces at Gubong and the upside at Kochang.

Short-term milestones include advancing environmental and mining feasibility studies at Batangas, awaiting the Board of Audit and Inspection's decision for Kochang, and finalizing a joint venture agreement for Gubong.

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Premier African Minerals Ltd (AIM:PREM, OTC:PRMMF) chief executive George Roach provides an update on the Zulu lithium and tantalum project in Zimbabwe alongside news of a £2 million fundraising.

Roach told Proactive's Stephen Gunnion the company has made progress in addressing some design issues within the project, enhancing the efficiency of material processing for the floatation plant. Roach detailed upcoming modifications to the plant's plumbing, expected to resolve remaining challenges, particularly in the flotation section, aimed at improving recovery rates. These modifications are part of the project's final stages before commissioning.

In addition to operational updates, Premier African Minerals has raised £2 million through the issuance of new shares, as well as a $300,000 working capital facility with a local lender in Zimbabwe. Roach said the funds are designated for working capital, supporting the mining operation's considerable expenses, including diesel for power generation and mining costs, as the project advances towards an anticipated production rate of over 70,000 tonnes per month.

Investors are advised to look for upcoming milestones, particularly improvements in the flotation process expected to enhance production tonnages. The company remains focused on resolving the final challenges of the flotation plant to reach its production goals.

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Artisanal Spirits Company CEO Andrew Dane tells Proactive's Stephen Gunnion that the company specialises in the creation and sale of exceptional, limited-edition whiskies and related experiences globally. Its primary operations are managed through a subsidiary, the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, with recent expansions including the launch of JG Thomson in 2021 and the acquisition of a new independent bottling business, Single Cask Nation, in the US earlier this year.

Artisanal Spirits Company procures whiskies from over 150 Scotch malt whisky distilleries and additional spirits from 20 countries, maturing and bottling these under their brands. The company sells these products exclusively to its global membership, which has surpassed 40,000 members. Members enjoy exclusive purchasing rights and access to member rooms in the UK and partner bars worldwide, enhancing the whisky experience.

Marketing strategies vary by region, leveraging digital platforms, affiliate programs, and gifting, particularly in the US during Father's Day.

Dane emphasized the enjoyment of whisky over investment, offering bottled casks for personal consumption. Membership growth, a key indicator of revenue potential, increased by 10% last year, contributing to an 8% revenue growth.

He said the company explores new markets through a franchise model, transitioning successful franchises into subsidiaries as seen in Australia and Taiwan. Currently, opportunities in Vietnam, Brazil, India, and Nigeria are being considered.

The recent acquisition of Single Cask Nation in the US aims to further penetrate the American market, exploiting the minimal overlap between their respective audiences to target the American whiskey segment.

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Team Internet Group (AIM:TIG) showcased its financial achievements and strategic directions during the Proactive One2One Investor Forum. The CFO, William "Billy" Green, alongside the Head of Investor Relations, Martin Surzyn, delineated the company's operations across two main segments: the longstanding online presence business and the burgeoning online marketing sector.

The latter has significantly contributed to Team Internet's growth, with a 14% increase in gross revenue to £657 million in FY23, and nearly 6 billion facilitated online consumer journeys. The online presence segment, operating under the brand CentralNic, is recognised for its domain provision services.

A notable emphasis was placed on the company's robust growth, underpinned by a 15% revenue increase in FY23, primarily attributed to organic growth within both operational segments. The presentation highlighted the strategic significance of industry megatrends, notably the shift towards social media and the consequent advertiser reliance on Team Internet's ad tech platform, Tonic, to bridge consumer engagement from social platforms to Google's advertising ecosystem.

The financial discourse underscored the company's high cash conversion rate, nearly 100%, and a strong balance sheet that supports dividend payments, share buybacks, and M&A activities.

The recent completion of a significant acquisition was highlighted, further diversifying Team Internet's online marketing capabilities and introducing a new PPM revenue model to its portfolio.

The leadership underscored a consistent track record of revenue growth, with a five-year CAGR of 25%, and a progressive dividend policy, indicating a doubling of dividend payouts to two pence per share for FY23.

The strategic share buyback programme was detailed, reflecting a commitment to enhancing shareholder value. Additionally, the presentation touched upon the company's debt management strategy, aiming to maintain a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio below 1:1, aligning with its prudent financial stewardship.

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The FTSE 100 made a flat start as investors digested the higher-than-expected US inflation read yesterday.

London’s blue-chip index was steady in early dealings, supported by retailers having a good morning.

Housing stocks got a boost as the RICS House Price Survey, which measures the gap between the number of respondents seeing rises and falls in house prices, improved for the seventh consecutive month.

Darktrace PLC was also well up as the cyber security group said it returned to year-on-year recurring revenue growth in its past quarter. As a result, a raft of annual targets were upgraded, lifting the shares by almost 8%.

AstraZeneca meanwhile increased its annual dividend by 7%, bringing it up to $3.10 (£2.5) per share.

The increase comes on the day of the pharma giant’s AGM, when shareholders will vote on an increase to the bosses’ pay, an issue where opinion is split despite Astra being one of London’s biggest companies.

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Polymetals Resources Ltd (ASX:POL) chairman David Sproule joins Proactive to discuss the restart of the Endeavor Mine near Cobar in central New South Wales. Thanks to rising metal prices, the mine's financial prospects have soared, with a 28% increase in pre-tax net present value (NPV), now at US$257 million, and an internal rate of return (IRR) reaching 120%.

Sproule delves into the significant impact of strengthened lead, zinc and silver prices on the mine's economics. The silver price, hitting a decade-high above A$42.50 per ounce, is particularly noteworthy as it propels the mine's near-term operations, especially with the planned extraction of more than five million ounces of high-grade silver ore from the Upper Main Lode in the first three years.

Sproule also covers the ongoing mine plan optimisation revealing new ore sources, potentially boosting the updated ore reserve. Furthermore, he sheds light on the upcoming announcement regarding the Environmental Rehabilitation Bond exchange solution, crucial for advancing the project's financing and strategic partnerships.

Sproule shares insights into how these developments are shaping the future of the Endeavor Mine, setting the stage for a robust and profitable recommencement of operations.

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Boadicea Resources Ltd (ASX:BOA) chair and managing director Cath Norman joins Jonathan Jackson in the Proactive studio to discuss the company’s most extensive drilling campaign in its history with the aim of uncovering major lithium and nickel deposits in Western Australia.

Norman talks about BOA's strategic pivot towards exploring nickel, lithium and gold, capitalising on Western Australia's rich mining landscape.

BOA holds 15 strategic tenements across the Lake Johnston, Eastern Goldfields and Fraser Range areas and is set to start drilling at three lithium projects in Lake Johnston and Eastern Goldfields, followed by nickel exploration in Fraser South, near the lucrative Nova-Bollinger mine.

Norman sees 2024 as a transformative year, with BOA fully funded for exploration. The company's collaboration with industry giant IGO Ltd underscores its ambition to discover the next big nickel deposit. The company has a revamped board and a prime exploration portfolio and believes it is poised to deliver substantial value to its shareholders.

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