Proactive - Interviews for investors

PainChek Ltd (ASX:PCK), a medical device company, is pioneering the use of an app, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for pain assessment in vulnerable individuals unable to communicate their pain due to conditions such as dementia, cognitive impairments, or in pre-verbal children.

In and interview with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion CEO and managing director Philip Daffas highlighted that PainChek's app is the world's first regulatory-cleared medical device for this purpose. It utilises AI for facial analysis to detect nine micro facial features indicative of pain, assisting carers in aged care and hospitals to document and score the severity of pain. PainChek has achieved a first mover advantage with patents in the US, Europe, Japan, and the UK, protecting its technology until 2038.

The company has regulatory clearance in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the UK, the EU, Singapore, and Malaysia, with ongoing clinical studies in the US aimed at FDA clearance.

PainChek reported its fifth consecutive quarter of double-digit growth in the December quarter, with 85,000 licences across 1,400 aged care facilities on three continents. With an annual recurring revenue of around $4 million, the company sees a significant growth opportunity in aged care, home care, and the hospital sector.

Key milestones for investors include expansion in regulatory-cleared markets, entry into the US market upon FDA clearance, and the launch of an infant app for pain assessment in the home.

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The FTSE 100 bounced higher on Thursday after days of sideways movement, with the blue-chip index benefiting from a surge in the mining companies.

Fresnillo, Anglo-American, Glencore and Antofagasta were all early risers.

Also opening higher was high-street retailer Next, which reported record profits, strong guidance and a nearly 6% jump in sales.

In the banking sector, Nationwide formally submitted its offer for its Virgin Money takeover, valuing the lender at 220p per share or £2.9 billion.

Nationwide’s valuation represents around a 38% premium to its closing price on March 6, when the takeover was first announced.

In macro news, the Bank of England’s monetary policy committee will be meeting today and while a rate cut is unlikely, the market will be keen to hear any indications of a target date for the first reduction.

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Botala Energy Ltd (ASX:BTE) director and head of geology Peter Grant joins Proactive's Jonathan Jackson to discuss the attractive geological attributes of the company's Serowe Coal Bed Methane (CBM) Project in Botswana. The project consists of around 420,000 hectares of prospecting licences in the Karoo-Kalahari Basin.

Grant explains how his previous experience at projects around the globe is expected to benefit Botala in its quest to feed energy-hungry southern Africa. He outlines what makes the region so attractive from a geological point of view and how the company has generated successes to date at Serowe, pointing out that coring work has produced some strong samples. He then discusses the company's near-term plans to advance the project towards production.

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Chakana Copper CEO - David Kelley joined Steve Darling from Proactive to unveil the finalized plans for an upcoming 3,000-meter drill program scheduled to commence by April 1, 2024, at the Soledad project located in the Ancash province of Peru, situated within the prolific Miocene mineral belt.

In his discussion with Proactive, Kelley expressed confidence in the company's fully-funded status, emphasizing that the forthcoming drill program represents a pivotal step in Chakana Copper's exploration efforts. The focus will primarily be on the south half of the Soledad project, where an expanded drill permit was secured in 2023.

Kelley elaborated on the strategic objectives of the drill program, highlighting the priority targets identified within this region. Chief among these is the Mega-Gold porphyry target, characterized by a substantial 2.5 km2 soil gold anomaly, accompanied by pervasive phyllic alteration and notable induced polarization chargeability responses. Chakana Copper believes that the Mega-Gold target is situated around a mineralized intrusion linked to tourmaline breccia pipes and high-sulfidation epithermal (HSE) alteration, forming a comprehensive 12 km2 zoned mineral system. The company intends to allocate the majority of its drilling efforts towards this compelling target.

Furthermore, additional drilling will be conducted at the La Joya HSE zone and the Estremadoyro tourmaline breccia pipe, further diversifying and strengthening the exploration focus. Kelley emphasized that these three principal target areas have been meticulously chosen to maximize the potential for discovering both gold and base metal mineralization.

As the anticipation builds for the commencement of the drill program, Chakana Copper is poised to embark on a comprehensive exploration campaign aimed at unlocking the mineral wealth concealed within the Soledad project. With a strategic focus on high-potential target areas and a robust funding position, the company is well-positioned to advance its exploration objectives and deliver value to its stakeholders in the dynamic mining landscape of Peru.

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Xalles Holdings (OTC:XALL) chairman Thomas Nash takes Proactive's Stephen Gunnion through the company's strategy of acquiring technology companies with strong assets and management teams, as well as the potential for significant growth.

Nash explained that Xalles targets early-stage companies, guiding them through a business lifecycle that spans from incubation to acceleration and growth, with the ultimate aim of achieving a profitable exit. Nash emphasized the importance of the management team and key personnel in these acquisitions, stating that companies remain wholly owned subsidiaries, retaining their original management to ensure motivation and alignment with Xalles Holdings’ goals.

Xalles Holdings does not adopt a hands-on approach in the daily operations of its acquisitions but provides support in areas like financial backing, marketing, PR, and leveraging business development networks, Nash said. This support is aimed at helping subsidiaries refine their business plans and navigate towards financial milestones effectively.

The company's acquisition strategy does not have a fixed timeframe, offering flexibility to adapt to each company's unique needs and market conditions. This strategy includes various phases, from early-stage incubation with Exotic Studio to acceleration with Exogamous Advisors and eventually to a formal acquisition under the RISE model, which stands for Roll In Selected Exit.

Pending acquisitions include 100% of Fluid Tech and a stake in WooSender, demonstrating Xalles Holdings’ diverse portfolio.

The company also reported a 234% growth in revenue year-over-year for the third quarter of 2023, marking its ninth consecutive quarter of revenue growth, attributed to strategic acquisitions and effective support for these companies.

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Predator Oil & Gas Holdings PLC, under the stewardship of Executive Chairman Paul Griffiths, addressed shareholders at the Proactive One2One Investor Forum, detailing their strategic positioning, current projects, and future prospects.

With operations spanning Morocco, Trinidad, and Ireland, Predator Oil & Gas is focused on developing its asset portfolio, emphasising the Moroccan testing programme, which promises to unlock significant immediate revenue potential.

Griffiths addressed a shareholder concern regarding MOU five, clarifying its inclusion in their presentation and reaffirming the company's strategic direction towards immediate revenue opportunities, notably in Morocco.

Predator Oil & Gas's Moroccan assets are characterised by four proven hydrocarbon traps and over 200 square kilometres of gas potential, drawing parallels with significant gas discoveries in the Eastern Mediterranean and African margins.

The company is progressing with its testing programme in Morocco, aiming to materialise $1.56 billion in revenues within 18 months. Griffiths underlined the logistical challenges and regulatory hurdles encountered in Morocco, yet confirmed smooth progression with the support of ANAME and the Ministry.

The company's diversified portfolio includes promising prospects in Trinidad, where contingent and proven resources bolster its asset base, and Ireland, where regulatory responses are awaited. Predator Oil & Gas also eyes expansion in West Africa, leveraging Griffiths' proven track record in achieving farm-outs.

Griffiths addressed operational challenges, particularly formation damage encountered during drilling, and outlined the adoption of the Sanjay perforating technique to enhance gas flow rates. This technique, alongside strategic investments in Trinidad and the exploration of biogenic gas resources in Morocco, underscores Predator Oil & Gas's commitment to innovative and efficient resource development.

In conclusion, Griffiths highlighted the company's exploration successes, the strategic importance of its Moroccan and Trinidadian assets, and potential avenues for securing value, including considering a private equity buyout due to market undervaluation. The company's commitment to ESG principles was also emphasized, with investments in local communities and environmental conservation efforts.

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Challenger Energy Group PLC, under the leadership of CEO Eytan Uliel, is an AIM-listed company with a market cap of £15 million, focusing primarily on its operations in Uruguay, alongside a smaller business in Trinidad and legacy assets in the Bahamas recently presented at the Proactive One2One Investor Forum.

Recently, Challenger Energy executed a farm-out agreement with Chevron for its Area 1 asset in Uruguay, marking a significant milestone. This agreement not only bolsters the company's financial position by making it debt-free and enhancing its cash reserves but also underscores the strategic importance of its Uruguayan assets, which include two offshore licenses, Area 1 and Area 3, both in shallow waters with significant exploration potential.

Uruguay has emerged as a critical area for offshore exploration, driven by geological similarities to Namibia's recent large oil discoveries. Challenger Energy, as a junior company, finds itself among major industry players in a fully licensed and competitive Uruguayan offshore environment.

The farm-out to Chevron involves a 60% stake in Area 1, with Chevron paying $12.5 million in cash and covering seismic programme costs. This partnership validates Challenger Energy's strategy and positions it for future exploration, including a planned seismic campaign and potential drilling by 2027.

Area 3, acquired more recently, offers similar prospectivity without the immediate need for new seismic work, thanks to existing data from previous holders. Challenger Energy plans to apply advanced analysis techniques to this data, with ambitions for another farm-out.

The CEO's presentation highlighted Uruguay's attractiveness due to its stable governance, supportive energy policies, and the anticipated exploration boom driven by both historical and emerging interests in the South Atlantic's oil potential.

Upcoming milestones include finalizing the Chevron farm-out, conducting seismic campaigns, and exploring business development opportunities in Trinidad and green hydrogen in Uruguay. Challenger Energy's positioning in a rapidly evolving sector suggests significant potential, underscored by a claim of being undervalued relative to the intrinsic worth of its assets and prospects.

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Kinetiko Energy Ltd, represented by Richard Wolanski at the Proactive One2One Investor Forum, highlighted its distinctive position with world-class onshore gas reserves in South Africa, setting it apart from other companies presented.

Kinetiko is not listed in London but on the ASX, and plans to migrate to the UK market within a year due to pressure from major shareholders, including South African institutions and high-net-worth individuals in London.

With a fully funded exploration program set for 2024, the company aims to mitigate technical risks and enhance value significantly. Its gas resource, located about 200 kilometres from Johannesburg, boasts a current resource of 6 TCF and a prospective resource of 5.8 TCF, expected to increase beyond 10 TCF with further drilling. Kinetiko has already secured a small reserve certified by Sproule and has entered into a joint venture with the South African government's IDC for a pilot drilling program.

The company's strategic location near ageing coal-fired power stations and a diminishing gas pipeline from Mozambique positions it as a crucial player in addressing South Africa's energy crisis. The gas, predominantly methane, is shallow and low pressure, making it relatively inexpensive to extract compared to deeper oil and gas projects.

Kinetiko's near-term objectives include proving its development model and expanding its reserves, with plans to start generating revenue next year, albeit initially small amounts. Wolanski emphasised the urgent energy need in South Africa, where power cuts are a significant issue, and the company's role as a potential key energy provider.

With a substantial land holding and a favourable drilling outcome history, Kinetiko is positioned as a first mover in this space. The company's future involves further drilling to prove reserves and flow rates, with a long-term vision of developing large-scale gas-powered solutions for South Africa, potentially raising additional funds in the UK market for expansion.

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Arrow Exploration Corp CEO Marshall Abbott delivered an engaging presentation at the Proactive One2One Investor Forum, detailing the company's journey since its establishment in Colombia in 2017.

With a backdrop of favourable oil prices and successful field operations, Arrow Exploration has seen significant growth. Operating in Colombia's rich hydrocarbon basins, the company boasts a productive capacity exceeding 3,000 barrels per day and holds reserves of 11.8 million barrels on a 2P basis.

Financially stable, Arrow Exploration sits on $15 million in cash, generating monthly cash flow of approximately $2.8 million. The company has outlined a $45 million capital expenditure for the year, fully self-funded, expecting to conclude with $13 to $14 million in the bank post the drilling of 15 wells.

Arrow's IPO launch in 2022 has yielded a 43% gain, marking it as a standout on both the AIM and TSX exchanges. The shareholder structure includes UK institutions (33%), retail investors (20%), and Canada's largest onshore natural gas producer, Canacol Energy Ltd, owning a 20% stake as Arrow's parent company. Management has invested significantly, holding just under 10% of the company, with a total of 280 million shares outstanding.

The company's strategic operations and drilling programs in Colombia are supported by a seasoned team with extensive experience, emphasizing a strong commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. Arrow has actively contributed to local communities, engaging in infrastructure and welfare projects.

Financially, Arrow benefits from Colombia's attractive fiscal regime, with average royalties of 12% and substantial tax incentives for reinvestment. The company's operational strategy includes a mix of low-risk development wells and exploration opportunities, aiming to reach a production milestone of 10,000 barrels per day within three years.

The presentation also highlighted Arrow's efficient capital deployment towards high-potential prospects, with an ongoing emphasis on exploration and development within Colombia's prolific oil and gas basins.

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Benevolent AI CEO Dr Joerg Moeller outlines the company's operational and corporate milestones for 2023, categorising achievements into five key areas: clinic operations, proprietary pipeline progress, platform enhancement, organisational growth, and financial management.

Moeller noted that BAI secured a significant deal with Merck KGaA worth up to $594 million for developing three clinical drug candidates in immunology and oncology. Collaborations with AstraZeneca have also advanced, focusing on target selection for diseases such as systemic lupus.

Progress was noted in Benevolent AI's proprietary pipeline, especially with a lead asset in ulcerative colitis expected to deliver Phase 1a study data. Additionally, advancements in glioblastoma treatment and ALS research were highlighted. Organisational developments included key executive appointments and an extended financial runway until mid-next year.

Moeller underscored the validation of the BAI platform through collaborations with the major pharmaceutical companies, positioning the company as a leader in AI-augmented drug discovery. The imminent release of data for a leading program in ulcerative colitis aims to introduce a new treatment with fewer side effects.

For 2024, the company plans to extend its financial runway, forge additional collaborations, and partner on pipeline assets, with expectations for another year of significant achievements.

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