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#FCM First Class Metals PLC – Zigzag Drilling Results
First Class Metals PLC (“First Class Metals” “FCM” or the “Company”) the UK listed metals exploration company seeking economic metal discoveries across its extensive Canadian Schreiber-Hemlo, Sunbeam and Zigzag land holdings is delighted to announce the results of an inaugural drilling programme on the Company’s Zigzag Property, (the “Property”) located in the Seymour-Falcon corridor in northwestern Ontario, Canada.
HIGHLIGHTS
· Assay results from the recent drill programme are in line with and exceed the channel sample results.
Selected highlights include:
o ZIG-23-01 4.3m @ 1.65% Lithium (Li20) including 1m at 2.93%
o ZIG-23-02 5.0m @ 1.5% Li20 including 0.2m @ 5.19% and 5.75m @ 0.21% Rb20
o ZIG-23-07 6.5m @ 1.09% Li20 including 0.5m @ 2.76%
· Elevated grades of several key technology critical metals present including: gallium (Ga), rubidium (Rb20) , caesium (Ca) and tantalum (Ta).
· Significant upside for the expansion of the geochemical envelope along strike in both directions and down dip.
· Initial geochemical results indicate the probable existence of a second structure.
· An Exploration Permit to allow additional stripping and drilling on the Property is being drafted.
Marc J Sale Chief Executive Officer Commented- “The results from our first drill programme at Zigzag are first class and have not only confirmed our belief in the potential of the ‘core zone’, but have also significantly exceeded our expectations for the Property. The associated critical metals identified have added another dimension to the Property’s potential. Obviously more work is required specifically along strike and further exploration of the southern structure, hence we are to initiate discussion regarding a new Exploration Permit.
Zigzag is growing as a significant lithium and critical metal play in this rapidly emerging pegmatite district.”
A focussed drill programme of under 500m in 10 NQ diamond drillholes was completed in late December and all the geochemical assay results are now available. Nine of the holes were targeted at the pegmatite with two ‘step-back’ holes and a 10th being drilled as a scissor. All targeted holes successfully intersected the pegmatite.
The drilling has vindicated the channel sampling as well as extended the geochemical and geological knowledge of the structure hosting the pegmatite, (see Map 1). The most easterly and westerly holes indicate the structure remains open along strike and importantly the successful step-back holes show the structure continues and remains open at depth.
The Company will now look to initiate the next most appropriate plan of exploration which will be focussed to extend strike and delineate the recently discovered southern structure.
Map 1 showing the drill traces of the 10 holes drilled as well as their locations relative to the previous channel sampling.
Significant intersections for the drill programme appear in table 1, see below
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Drill Hole |
Metal |
Depth From |
Width |
Grade |
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ZIG-23-01 |
Li₂O |
12.7m |
4.3m |
1.65% |
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incl. |
1.0m |
2.93% |
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Rb₂O |
11.7m |
5.3m |
0.21% |
|
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ZIG-23-02 |
Li₂O |
15.0m |
5.0m |
1.5% |
|
incl. |
0.2m |
5.19% |
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|
Rb₂O |
14.25m |
5.75m |
0.21% |
|
|
incl. |
0.3m |
0.54% |
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|
Cs |
14.25m |
3.25m |
132 ppm |
|
|
incl. |
0.25m |
430 ppm |
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|
Ta |
14.0m |
6.8m |
90 ppm |
|
|
incl. |
0.2m |
235 ppm |
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Ga |
15.5m |
0.2m |
144 ppm |
|
|
ZIG-23-03 |
Li₂O |
14.7m |
0.75m |
2.1% |
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Rb₂O |
12.6m |
2.1m |
0.16% |
|
|
Cs |
12.0m |
5.0m |
151 ppm |
|
|
incl. |
0.45m |
480 ppm |
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Ta |
12.6m |
3.9m |
164 ppm |
|
|
incl. |
0.45m |
624 ppm |
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Ga |
21.9m |
0.25m |
127 ppm |
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|
and |
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ZIG-23-03 |
Li₂O |
28.4m |
1.6m |
0.46% |
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Rb₂O |
27.8m |
2.2m |
0.17% |
|
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ZIG-23-04 |
Li₂O |
20.0m |
1.6m |
0.79% |
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Rb₂O |
20.0m |
1.6m |
0.21% |
|
|
Ta |
15.3m |
7.8m |
165 ppm |
|
|
incl. |
1.0m |
347 ppm |
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ZIG-23-05 |
Li₂O |
7.6m |
6.0m |
1.13% |
|
incl. |
1.0m |
2.17% |
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|
Rb₂O |
5.7m |
3.8m |
0.16% |
|
|
Ta |
4.8m |
9.9m |
167 ppm |
|
|
incl. |
0.4m |
401 ppm |
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ZIG-23-06 |
Li₂O |
28.8m |
2.2m |
1.09% |
|
|
incl. |
0.3m |
2.26% |
|
|
Rb₂O |
28.8m |
2.2m |
0.19% |
|
|
ZIG-23-07 |
Li₂O |
9.9m |
6.5m |
1.09% |
|
incl. |
0.5m |
2.76% |
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|
Rb₂O |
10.4m |
6.6m |
0.21% |
|
|
incl. |
1.0m |
0.41% |
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Cs |
13.0m |
4.0m |
126 ppm |
|
|
Ta |
9.0m |
7.4m |
131 ppm |
|
|
incl. |
0.6m |
177 ppm |
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ZIG-23-08 |
Li₂O |
65.5m |
3.0m |
1.28% |
|
Rb₂O |
65.5m |
3.4m |
0.11% |
|
|
Ga |
65.5m |
3.0m |
98 ppm |
|
|
incl |
1.0m |
114 ppm |
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ZIG-23-09 |
Li₂O |
47.25m |
4.75m |
0.52% |
|
incl. |
0.8m |
1.06% |
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|
Rb₂O |
47.25m |
4.75m |
0.14% |
Table 1 assays from the (nine) hole drill programme at Zigzag, every hole had reportable intersections of Li₂O with significant ‘credits’ from the accessory critical elements / metals, specifically rubidium oxide, Rb₂O.
Map 2 showing the relative position of the ‘core’ drill area and the soil sample lines as well as the geochemistry indicating the potential for a second subparallel structure to the south.
The combined geochemical data that the initial grab samples (RNS 31 October 2023), the subsequent channel sampling programme (RNS 28 November 2023) and the recent MMI soil survey (RNS 7 February 2024) support the belief that the ‘core 400m zone’ contains a significant structure of >1% Li₂O and is open along strike. As previously reported, both the most eastern and western holes of the recent drilling programme intersected pegmatite. The soil sample results further suggest that the mineralisation is open in both directions.
Furthermore, there is strong geochemical support for a sub parallel trend about 200m to the south of the Main Zone. Additional work is needed to expand and confirm the anomalism identified. As well follow up sampling is required to confirm the presence of a possible third trend currently identified in anomalous rare element results in grab samples.
Critical Technology Metals @ Zigzag
While the focus of the project remains on the lithium component, the presence of elevated levels of Rb₂O (peak 0.54% over 0.3m within interval of 5.75m @ 0.21% (2100 g/t) in hole ZIG-23-02), Caesium (peak 480 g/t over 0.45m within interval of 5.00m @ 151 g/t in hole ZIG-23-03), Gallium, and Tantalum (peak 624 g/t over 0.45m within interval of 164g/t over 3.9m in hole ZIG-23-03-03) are potentially a significant ‘credit’ to the metallurgy of any resource identified.
These speciality metals have been classified as 1 & 2 ‘Critical Metals’ by the USA and Canadian Governments, highlighting their significance usage in modern technology due to their crucial role in various electronic, semi-conductor, and military hardware. Currently China dominates world production and supply of all these elements.
Despite the limited market for specialty metals, it is noteworthy that Rubidium has recently demonstrated a strong price performance, with trading prices exceeding $3100 per ounce on the Shanghai Metals Market3. Recognizing the potential economic benefits and value-added by these specialty technology metals, First Class intends to conduct further investigations into their possibilities and explore their impact on the overall value of the project.
3https://www.metal.com/Other-Minor-Metals/202012250003
Ends
For further information, please contact:
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James Knowles, Executive Chairman |
07488 362641 |
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Marc J Sale, CEO |
07711 093532 |
Novum Securities Limited
(Financial Adviser)
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David Coffman/ George Duxberry |
www.novumsecurities.com |
(0)20 7399 9400 |
Qualified Person
The technical disclosures contained in this announcement have been drafted in line with the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum standards and guidelines and approved by Marc J. Sale, who has more than 30 years in the gold exploration industry and is considered a Qualified person owing to his status as a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.
#FCM First Class Metals PLC – Zigzag-Further Lithium & Critical Metal trend
First Class Metals PLC (“First Class Metals” “FCM” or the “Company”) the UK listed metals exploration company seeking economic metal discoveries across its extensive Canadian Schreiber-Hemlo, Sunbeam and Zigzag land holdings is pleased to announce the results of a mobile metal ion (MMI) soil sampling programme as well as accompanying rock-grab samples on the Company’s Zigzag Property , (the “Property”) located in the Seymour-Falcon corridor in northwestern Ontario, Canada.
Soil samples were collected along six north-north-west to south-south-east soil sample lines between 100-200m in length, with 12.5m sample station spacing (see Map 1). These included four lines along strike to the west and east of the main 400m ‘core zone’ which was subject to the drilling campaign in December 2023. A further two lines starting ~200m orthogonal to the dominant strike and to the south of the trend of the main zone were sampled. All soil samples were analysed using the Mobile Metal Ion (MMI) method of SGS Labs.
The sample results support the belief that the ‘core 400m zone’ is open along strike. As previously reported, both the most eastern and western holes of the recent drilling programme intersected pegmatite. The soil sample results further confirm the mineralisation is open.
HIGHLIGHTS
· The results from 64 rock-grab and 68 soil samples collected late last year are now available.
· Soil sampling lines to the east west of the core section show anomalous lithium (Li) ratios.
· Results from soil lines 200m to the south of the ‘Main zone’ indicate the probability of a second subparallel structure.
· Grab samples anomalous in Li and other pegmatite associated elements indicate a possible third trend.
· Assay results from the recent drill programme are anticipated in the coming days.
Marc J Sale Chief Executive Officer Commented- “The results from this combined sampling programme validate the belief by FCM that the ‘Main Zone’; is open along strike for a considerable distance. Furthermore, the strong evidence of a second structure to the south with the possibility of a third structure compels FCM to engage in discussions with the First Nations to initiate the application for an Exploration Permit to be able to fully evaluate these new zones”.
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Map 1, showing the location of the MMI samples as well as the response ratio (RR) for caesium, (Cs) which overall is the most representative of the anomalism. Note[1]: values are generally considered anomalous when the response ratio is above 5.
RR Response Ratio Highlights from MMI sampling
· Highest lithium (“Li”) response ratio (“RR”) of 11 obtained ~100m along strike to the east of the eastern most DDH from December 2023 (ZIG-23-07).
· Highest caesium (“Cs”) RRs of 15 and 30 obtained at consecutive stations ~100m along strike to the west of the western extent of sampling on the main zone.
· Li RRs up to 10 on the southern lines.
· Multiple MMI anomalies in other elements, especially on the eastern and southern lines, zinc RRs up to 40, silver up to 50, molybdenum up to 51, copper up to 21.
[1] According to SGS Labs, response ratios generally need to be greater than 2-5 to be considered anomalous. https://www.sgs.com/en-ca/-/media/sgscorp/documents/corporate/brochures/sgs-minerals-mmi-tb-23-processing-and-presenting-mmi-geochemical-data.cdn.en-CA.pdf
Grab Samples
· Grab samples of pegmatite at two sites 200-250m across strike to the south of the main zone returned up to: 2600 ppm Li; 4290 ppm Rubidium; 920 ppm Cs (highest value of 2023 sampling); and 686 ppm Tantalum. Sampled dykes could represent offshoots of a parallel zone to the main zone.
· Grab samples of pegmatite ~500m across strike to the south of the eastern extension of the main zone, near the eastern property boundary, returned up to 186 ppm Li; 1240 ppm Rb; 102 ppm Cs, potentially a third structure.
Coleman Robertson, Project Geologist from Emerald Geological Services commented– “There is compelling geochemical evidence to indicate that a second subparallel trend at Zigzag could be present.“
The combined results of both the soil sampling programme and the associated ‘grab’ samples support the belief that the ‘core zone/ Main zone’ that was drilled in December is open to both the west and east.
Furthermore, there is strong geochemical support for a sub parallel trend about 200m to the south of the Main Zone. Additional work is needed to expand and confirm the anomalism identified. As well follow up sampling is required to confirm the presence of a possible third trend currently identified in anomalous rare element results in grab samples.
A significant silver anomaly was identified over the two eastern most MMI lines off the Main Zone. This also requires further investigation.
Ends
For further information, please contact:
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James Knowles, Executive Chairman |
07488 362641 |
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Marc J Sale, CEO |
07711 093532 |
Novum Securities Limited
(Financial Adviser)
|
David Coffman/ George Duxberry |
www.novumsecurities.com |
(0)20 7399 9400 |
Qualified Person
The technical disclosures contained in this announcement have been drafted in line with the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum standards and guidelines and approved by Marc J. Sale, who has more than 30years in the gold exploration industry and is considered a Qualified person owing to his status as a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.
#SVML Sovereign Metals – HIGHLY EXPERIENCED SOCIAL SPECIALIST FIRM APPOINTED TO ASSIST IN ADVANCING KASIYA
· African-based social specialist consultancy, SocialEssence has been appointed to lead social and community development programs for Sovereign in Malawi
· SocialEssence joins Sovereign’s Owners Team and will design, implement, and manage several social and community initiatives which will feed into the DFS and permitting requirements
· SocialEssence will build upon existing relationships cultivated over the last decade, between Sovereign and highly supportive local communities at Kasiya
· SocialEssence has a strong and successful track record of implementing social responsibility programs across southern Africa, including at First Quantum Minerals’ Zambian operations Trident and Kansanshi, where over 7,000 farmers participate in a conservation farming program, which was initiated and led by SocialEssence’s current Livelihood Specialist.
· The appointment aligns with the Company’s objective to develop a socially responsible and sustainable operation which will provide significant long term and sustainable benefits to local communities.
Sovereign Metals Limited (ASX:SVM; AIM:SVML) (the Company or Sovereign) is pleased to announce the appointment of SocialEssence (Pty) Ltd (SocialEssence), a specialist social performance consultancy, who will assist in the continued development of the Company’s stakeholder relations, social performance objectives and its Community and Social Responsibility (CSR) framework.
Sovereign has engaged SocialEssence to design and execute social performance activities during the Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) phase. Founder, Mr Garth Lappeman, has over 16 years of on the ground social performance planning and implementation experience in accordance with IFC Performance Standards and World Bank Environmental, Health and Safety Guidelines. SocialEssence has been active in a number of countries working on projects in Angola, Botswana, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Liberia, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Panama, Uganda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Northern Sudan, Tanzania, Uzbekistan, and Zambia.
Most notably, in Zambia, SocialEssence’s Director was involved from early exploration through to steady state production of First Quantum Minerals Ltd’s (First Quantum Minerals) Trident operations, which includes the Sentinel Copper Mine which is of similar scale to Sovereign’s Kasiya project. Mr Lappeman was responsible for implementing and managing social and community initiatives for First Quantum Minerals as it established its large-scale commercial operations.
Managing Director and CEO, Mr Frank Eagar commented: “The SocialEssence exemplary track record and implementation experience aligns with our objectives of establishing long lasting and sustainable community relationships well ahead of project implementation. The conservation farming program implemented by SocialEssence’s leaders in Zambia has stood the test of time and has over 7,000 participating farmers. We will continue to build out our owner’s team and capabilities while we work through Kasiya’s optimisation with Rio Tinto.”
SocialEssence will:
· prepare Kasiya’s Social Impact Assessment and Management Plan for the DFS and permitting;
· design, implement and manage social performance activities including stakeholder engagement, development of key relationships;
· prove the feasibility of critical social performance measures (including early local content, and piloting of livelihood restoration programs, and piloting of rehabilitation activities to restore land for agricultural use); and
· align with the Company’s ESG Framework.
ENQUIRIES
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Frank Eagar (South Africa/Malawi) +61(8) 9322 6322 |
Sam Cordin (Perth) |
Sapan Ghai (London)
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#FCM First Class Metals – ADMISSION OF SHARES
First Class Metals PLC (“First Class Metals” “FCM” or the “Company”), the UK listed metals exploration company seeking economic metal discoveries across its extensive Canadian Schreiber-Hemlo, Sunbeam and Zigzag land holdings, announces that, further to the announcement dated 17 January 2024, the ordinary shares will now be admitted to trading in the following four tranches:
i) 13,134,410 Shares will be admitted to trading on or around 23 January 2024;
ii) 2,626,882 Shares will be admitted to trading on or around 26 January 2024;
iii) 525,377 Shares will be admitted to trading on or around 31 January 2024; and
iv) 87,005 Shares will be admitted to trading on or around 5 February 2024.
For the avoidance of doubt, there is a minor change to the number of shares being admitted in tranches 1 and 3 and no change to tranches 2 and 4.
The Company’s issued share capital remains 82,045,729 ordinary shares of 0.1p each, with one vote per share (and no such shares are held in treasury). The total number of voting rights is therefore 82,045,729 and this figure may be used by shareholders as the denominator for the calculations to determine if they have a notifiable interest in the share capital of the Company under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, or if such interest has changed.
For further information, please contact:
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James Knowles, Executive Chairman |
07488 362641 |
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Marc J Sale, CEO |
07711 093532 |
#FCM First Class Metals PLC – Admission of Shares
First Class Metals PLC (“First Class Metals” “FCM” or the “Company”), the UK listed metals exploration company seeking economic metal discoveries across its extensive Canadian Schreiber-Hemlo, Sunbeam and Zigzag land holdings, announces that in respect of the 16,373,674 new ordinary shares (“Shares”) issued since the Company’s IPO on 29 July 2022, no applications were made for the Shares to be admitted to trading. This is a result of the Company and its Directors being given incorrect information by its former financial adviser.
In order to correct this position, the Company will now commence applications for the Shares to be admitted to trading on the Official List of the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) and to trading on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange. To ensure compliance with the Prospectus Regulation Rules, the Shares will be admitted in four tranches as follows:
i) 13,134,411 Shares will be admitted to trading on or around 23 January 2024;
ii) 2,626,882 Shares will be admitted to trading on or around 26 January 2024;
iii) 525,376 Shares will be admitted to trading on or around 31 January 2024; and
iv) 87,005 Shares will be admitted to trading on or around 5 February 2024.
For the avoidance of doubt, the Company’s issued share capital remains 82,045,729 ordinary shares of 0.1p each, with one vote per share (and no such shares are held in treasury). The total number of voting rights is therefore 82,045,729 and this figure may be used by shareholders as the denominator for the calculations to determine if they have a notifiable interest in the share capital of the Company under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, or if such interest has changed.
For further information, please contact:
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James Knowles, Executive Chairman |
07488 362641 |
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Marc J Sale, CEO |
07711 093532 |
Novum Securities Limited
(Financial Adviser)
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David Coffman/Dan Harris/George Duxberry Novum Securities Limited |
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(0)20 7399 9400 |
First Class Metals PLC – Background
First Class Metals is focussed on exploration in Ontario, Canada which has a robust and thriving junior mineral exploration sector. Specifically, the Hemlo ‘camp’ is a proven world class address for gold /VMS exploration. This geological terrane has significant production, both base / precious metals and a prolific number of exploration projects and numerous prospector’s ‘showings’.
FCM currently holds 100% ownership of seven claim blocks covering over 180km² along a 150km strike of the Hemlo-Schreiber-Dayohessarah greenstone belt which also contains the >23M oz shear hosted Hemlo gold mine operated by Barrick Gold. Late last year FCM completed the option to purchase the historical high grade (gold) Sunbeam past producing mine.
The significant potential of the properties for precious, base and battery metals relate to: ‘nearology’ insomuch that all properties lie close to identified mineral anomalism, for example Palladium One’s RJ and Smoke Lake nickel projects are close to the FCM’s West Pickle Lake drill proven Ni-Cu project. This also demonstrates the second critical asset the properties hold: vector, anomalies, be they geological, geochemical, or geophysical that have demonstrated mineral potential extend on to FCM’s properties.
The inferred shear on the Esa property is being explored by neighbours both to the west and east where it crosses into their properties. Furthermore, the properties have not been extensively explored either historically or more contemporaneously. This is attributable to the overall lack of outcrop. However, modern exploration techniques are better able to ‘see through’ the ground cover and to identify anomalies.
#FCM First Class Metals PLC – 2023 Year-end Shareholder Letter
First Class Metals PLC (“First Class Metals” “FCM” or the “Company”) the UK listed metals exploration company seeking economic metal discoveries across its extensive Canadian Schreiber-Hemlo, Sunbeam and Zigzag land holdings is pleased to announce that a Shareholder Letter has been uploaded to the Company’s website at www.firstclassmetalsplc.com. The letter, a review of the major developments for the Company during 2023 and the outlook for 2024.
Dear Shareholders,
On this the last working day of the year I would like to take the opportunity to reflect on what an excellent year it has been in First Class Metal’s development: we rapidly advanced and completed on our commitment to bring four properties to a ‘Drill Ready Status’ and undertake a drill programme on one property in 2023. A number of key milestones were met during 2023, which are summarised below. I have our highly experienced and dedicated team in Canada and the UK to thank for this significant progress and I am delighted to see their efforts come to fruition, in a positive way, with the results achieved. With further results from a number of programmes still awaited , we are determined to take this momentum through into next year.
2023 Key Milestones
First Nations Agreements and Permitting
At FCM we are committed to working in harmony with the First Nations who have claims to traditional lands in which out properties sit. This open and co-operative attitude has manifested itself in the granting of five Exploration Permits in what has been a relatively short time. Furthermore, Exploration Agreements or MoU’s are in place with four First Nations groups which effectively cover the six Exploration Permits which FCM holds.
Obtaining new Exploration Permits across five properties and securing exploration agreements with support from First Nation partners is a major milestone for our company in 2023.
The successful acquisition of these permits and agreements demonstrates our commitment to responsible exploration practices and building strong relationships with local communities. With these achievements, our portfolio now contains six properties with valid exploration permits, positioning us for further growth and success. We remain dedicated to advancing our exploration activities in a sustainable and mutually beneficial manner.
Exploration Zigzag, Esa, North Hemlo, Sunbeam
In order to efficiently use investor funds for what is the most expensive outlay in exploration : drilling, we have focussed on understanding the geology (geochemistry and structure) of the four primary properties with I believe admirable success. To this end further drilling on the other three properties is more likely to achieve success.
Figure 1- Spodumene rich core from the recent drilling campaign on the Zigzag lithium property.
Figure 2-Summer 2023, First Class Metals CEO Marc Sale at the ‘Dead Otter Trend’ on the North Hemlo Property
James Knowles- Executive Chairmans End of Year Quote
“2023 was a pivotal and transformative year for FCM. We set ambitious operational goals, including advancing four properties to drill ready status and successfully drilling on one. I would like to express my gratitude to Marc and his exceptional ‘in-country team’ for their dedication and achievements in completing this task. On the corporate side despite challenging market conditions, we secured funding twice, a testament to the quality of our properties. I am excited to see this progress continue into 2024 as we have much to look forward to.”
Outlook for 2024
The outlook for First Class in 2024 is expected to mirror the high activity level experienced in 2023. With six permitted properties, including Zigzag, North Hemlo, Esa, and Sunbeam, four of which are now ‘Drill Ready’ or have undergone an initial drill program in the case of Zigzag, we are well-positioned for the year ahead.
Our focus for 2024 will entail a two-pronged approach. Firstly, we aim to enhance our geological understanding and the mineralisation of these properties to further increase their value. Simultaneously, we will explore opportunities to secure third-party investment through ‘earn-ins,’ joint ventures, or potentially even corporate transactions.
As we approach the end of 2023, we are pleased to share that we have received expressions of interest from various sources across our portfolio. These range from junior exploration companies with comparable standing to significant players in the industry. This interest validates the potential and attractiveness of our properties and bodes well for the opportunities that may arise in the coming year.
In addition to the ‘core four’ portfolio, we are strategically preparing a pipeline of projects from within our existing portfolio of assets, to further advance our exploration efforts. Two promising properties within this pipeline are the McKellar polymetallic property near Marathon and the Enable Gold project near Schreiber. Both of these properties have obtained the necessary permits, enabling us to move forward with focused exploration plans. With the planned programmes in 2024, we aim to progress these projects to a ‘Drill Ready’ status. This will keep the momentum building and ensure properties of merit can move up the priority list when required, whilst always remaining cognisant of divestment opportunities.
We are actively seeking potential new mineral properties in Ontario, whether through staking or acquisition, alongside our existing portfolio. Our focus is on identifying properties that have the potential to move ‘up the value curve’ and contribute to our growth strategy. Through thorough research, engagement with industry networks, and strategic partnerships, we aim to acquire promising mineral properties. By continuously evaluating and augmenting our portfolio, we can ensure the ongoing success of our ‘project incubator’ model.
This year has seen First Class take several early ‘green field’ properties up through the value curve and we strongly believe that 2024 will continue on this trend as we enter into a transformative period for the Company. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our shareholders, stakeholders, contractors, and Emerald Geological Services with a personal thanks to their Principle, Bruce A McLaughlin for the continued support of First Class Metals during this exciting period for us and wish you all a happy New Year.
#FCM First Class Metals – Zigzag exploration update – drilling commences
First Class Metals PLC (“First Class Metals” “FCM” or the “Company”) the UK listed metals exploration company seeking economic metal discoveries across its extensive Canadian Schreiber-Hemlo, Sunbeam and Zigzag land holdings is pleased to announce a that drilling has commenced on the Zigzag property which is currently focussed on the lithium (Li), tantalum (Ta) rubidium (Rb) and gallium (Ga) potential.
Highlights:
· An Early Exploration Agreement (EEA) has been signed with Whitesand First Nation (WFN).
· A contract to undertake up to 500m of drilling has been signed with Rodren Drilling a Whitesand FN approved ‘service provider’.
· Channel sample results identify a >1% Li2O zone on the western portion of the ‘core’ 400m zone. Significant number of channel samples returned >1% Li2O, including:
Channel 7 2.36% lithium (Li2O) over 5.5m
· Drill operations have commenced on the Company’s Zigzag hard rock lithium (Ta/ Rb/ Ga) prospect.
Marc J. Sale First Class Metals CEO commented:
“The signing of the EEA with Whitesand exemplifies the positive relationship FCM is building with the First Nations. This agreement has paved the way for FCM’s inaugural drill program, marking an exciting milestone for our company. We are thrilled to begin drilling at Zigzag, making it the first property where FCM will undertake drilling. This demonstrates our commitment to advancing our exploration efforts and emphasizes our dedication to responsible resource development.“
Figure 1 showing the Zigzag property with the recent sampling, both grabs and channels, focussing on the central portion of the claim block, where drilling has commenced.
An Early Exploration Agreement (EEA) has been signed between Whitesand First Nation and First Class Metals. Under the agreement FCM is allowed to undertake activities requiring and Exploration Permit, as awarded by the Province. FCM has agreed to support the Whitesand community.
Whitesand First Nation Economic Development representative commented:
“Whitesand First Nation is looking forward to working with First Class Metals, and the positive relationship that is evolving. We wish them luck on their drilling program and are excited to see what the New Year brings.“
Drilling Plan
The drill programme preparation commenced on Monday with core expected today, this maiden programme will be focussed in the central 400m to explore the areas of high channel sample results, particularly Channel 7.
Initially 7 drillholes of over 50m are planned with the provision for a deeper ‘step-back’ based on visual, encouragement. The basis for the drilling is the encouraging grab samples and channel sample results previously reported. Nine channels were cut with lengths of under 5m to over 10m, channel lengths were usually controlled by overburden and not necessarily by cessation of pegmatite geology.
Figure 2 showing the location of the channels relative to the ‘core 400m’ zone, drilling will extend further to the east of the channel sample area where >1% Li2O grabs samples were collected.
The results from the channels are very encouraging. It must be stressed that only hand stripping of vegetation was undertaken and often, exemplified by channels 5 and 7, the outcrop persisted but the vegetation cover was too onerous to be removed by hand.
The results have not only vindicated the grab samples in respect to the lithium oxide content but also highlighted again the presence of other important, critical minerals such as tantalum, gallium and rubidium.
Photo 2 Rodren equipment being mobilised to the Zigzag property
For further information, please contact:
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James Knowles, Executive Chairman |
07488 362641 |
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Marc J Sale, CEO |
07711 093532 |
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Ayub Bodi, Executive Director |
07860 598086 |
First Equity Limited
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Jonathan Brown |
0207 3742212 |
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Jason Robertson |
0207 3742212 |
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First Class Metals PLC – Background
First Class Metals is focussed on exploration in Ontario, Canada which has a robust and thriving junior mineral exploration sector. Specifically, the Hemlo ‘camp’ is a proven world class address for gold /VMS exploration. This geological terrane has significant production, both base / precious metals and a prolific number of exploration projects and numerous prospector’s ‘showings’.
FCM currently holds 100% ownership of seven claim blocks covering over 180km² along a 150km strike of the Hemlo-Schreiber-Dayohessarah greenstone belt which also contains the >23M oz shear hosted Hemlo gold mine operated by Barrick Gold. Late last year FCM completed the option to purchase the historical high grade (gold) Sunbeam past producing mine
The significant potential of the properties for precious, base and battery metals relate to: ‘nearology’ insomuch that all properties lie close to identified mineral anomalism, for example Palladium One’s RJ and Smoke Lake nickel projects are close to the FCM’s West Pickle Lake drill proven Ni-Cu project. This also demonstrates the second critical asset the properties hold: vector, anomalies, be they geological, geochemical, or geophysical that have demonstrated mineral potential extend on to FCM’s properties.
The inferred shear on the Esa property is being explored by neighbours both to the west and east where it crosses into their properties. Furthermore, the properties have not been extensively explored either historically or more contemporaneously. This is attributable to the overall lack of outcrop. However, modern exploration techniques are better able to ‘see through’ the ground cover and to identify anomalies.
Forward Looking Statements
Certain statements in this announcement may contain forward-looking statements which are based on the Company’s expectations, intentions and projections regarding its future performance, anticipated events or trends and other matters that are not historical facts. Such forward-looking statements can be identified by the fact that they do not relate only to historical or current facts. Forward-looking statements sometimes use words such as ‘aim’, ‘anticipate’, ‘target’, ‘expect’, ‘estimate’, ‘intend’, ‘plan’, ‘goal’, ‘believe’, or other words of similar meaning. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Given these risks and uncertainties, prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of such statements and, except as required by applicable law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
#KAV Kavango Resources PLC – KCB – Airborne geophysical survey commences
Kavango Resources plc (LSE:KAV), the Southern Africa focussed metals exploration company, is pleased to announce the commencement of an airborne geophysical survey on its Kalahari Copper Belt (“KCB”) project in Botswana.
The Company has signed a contract with South Africa-based New Resolution Geophysics (“NRG”) for Time Domain Electromagnetic (“TDEM”), Magnetic, and Gravity surveys combined on one helicopter platform (“the NRG Survey”).
The NRG Survey will consist of 2,374-line kms at a line spacing of 500m x 5,000m across Kavango’s Block 1A and Block 1B Prospecting Licences (“PLs”)
The work expands on airborne geophysical surveying already completed by ENRG Elements (ASX:ENRG) (“ENRG”) on PL203/2016 and PL127/2017, two adjacent PLs recently acquired by Kavango (announced >>> 16 November 2023).
Figure 1: NRG’s planned survey lines across Kavango’s Block 1A and Block 1B licences and airborne survey data covering the PLs acquired from ENRG
Ben Turney, Chief Executive Officer of Kavango Resources, commented:
“Kavango is targeting the discovery of large-scale copper/silver targets in the Kalahari Copper Belt (KCB) in Botswana.
We recently acquired additional exploration licences from ENRG Elements to complete a large contiguous land package from the town of Ghanzi to the Namibian border. Our interpretation of ENRG’s existing survey data for Prospecting Licences 203/2016 and 127/2017 supports our working theory that this area is prospective for copper/silver. We believe this potential could extend to Kavango’s other licence holdings, which have designated as Blocks 1A and 1B.
As part of our “levelling up” strategy in the KCB, we are compiling a consistent data set for all the ground we control. NRG’s airborne geophysical survey will provide us with some of the final exploration data we need ahead of defining drill targets for next year’s drill campaign.
Our recent work has confirmed physical indicators of a copper mineralising system within our ground, combined with encouraging geophysical anomalies.
Our goal in reprocessing ENRG’s existing data and combining it with the data from the airborne surveys we will fly over Blocks 1A and 1B will be to increase our understanding of the region’s mineralised potential. We will also investigate the interpreted sub-basin that could be a significant control for copper/silver deposits.“
Further details
The NRG Survey will be conducted over five PLs that make up Kavango’s Block 1A (PL046/2020, PL049/2020, PL052/2020, PL053/2020) and Block 1B (PL205/2016) licence areas. The licences are located southwest of the town of Ghanzi and adjacent to PL203/2016 and PL127/2017, two of the KCB PLs Kavango recently acquired from ENRG.
NRG is expected to commence its airborne geophysics survey on 4 December 2023. The survey is expected to take two weeks to complete, with the final data processing and delivery of products anticipated for Q1 2024.
Program objectives
Kavango is currently re-processing data from airborne geophysical surveys already completed by ENRG on PL203/2016 and PL127/2017.
The Company will combine this re-processed data with data from the new NRG surveys to test its working theory that the copper/silver prospective geological and geophysical features, which it interpreted from ENRG’s existing airborne geophysics survey data, extend onto Kavango’s Block 1A and Block 1B licences. Kavango’s geologists and geophysicists believe this could be indicative of a regional copper mineralizing system.
Kavango’s geologists wish to examine whether the stratigraphy and lithology they have begun to map on the former ENRG PLs extend on to these Blocks. They believe that ENRG’s existing data conforms to sequences in the lower D’Kar Formation seen across other parts of the KCB.
The models in Figures 2 and 3 below depict the type of fold geometry and structural trap-sites Kavango believes to underlie areas of Block 1A and 1B.
Figure 2 is a modified version of the fold geometry, showing a “preserved” as opposed to “un-roofed” dome, as well as associated mineralisation present in the fold closure at Khoemacau’s North East Fold (“NEF”) deposit on the nearby Banana Zone. Figure 3 is a schematic cross-section showing both the shear-hosted mineralisation and dilational vein-hosted mineralisation present in Sandfire Resources’ (ASX:SFR) A4 deposit.
Kavango believes there may be scope for either or both models to be present and is optimistic the NRG survey will identify these for further ground geophysics and future drill targeting.
Figure 2 – Regional to deposit scale geologic controls on copper silver mineralisation in the KCB – Wes Hall et al, SEG, Special Publication, no 21, pp207-236
Figure 3 – Schematic cross-section showing high-grade intersection in drill hole MO-A4-003D, interpreted geology, and the mineralisation styles across Sandfire’s A4 deposit
The magnetic component of the NRG Survey will map the structure and lithology of Block 1A and Block 1B. It is anticipated that the EM component of the NRG Survey will highlight prospective subtle conductors within the D’Kar Formation and help identify structural trap sites linked to folds, faults, and shears within Block 1A and Block 1B.
The gravity component of the NRG Survey will seek to identify whether the sub-basin identified in ENRG’s data extends into Kavango’s Block 1A. Kavango believes the margins of this sub-basin could provide priority targets for trap site development and deposit formation.
Kavango will interpret these airborne geophysical data with the goal of identifying target areas for ground geophysical follow-up, which will then lead to drill target identification.
Further information in respect of Kavango and its business interests is provided on the Company’s website at www.kavangoresources.com and on Twitter at #KAV.
For further information please contact:
Kavango Resources plc
Ben Turney
+46 7697 406 06
First Equity (Broker)
Jason Robertson
+44 207 374 2212
Kavango Competent Person Statement
The technical information contained in this announcement pertaining to geophysics have been read and approved by Mr. Jeremy S. Brett, M.Sc., P.Geo., Senior Geophysical Consultant, Jeremy S. Brett International Consulting Ltd. in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Brett is a member of the Professional Geoscientists of Ontario, the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada, the Canadian Exploration Geophysical Society, and the Society of Economic Geologists. Mr. Brett has sufficient experience that is relevant to geophysics applied the styles of mineralisation and types of deposits under consideration to act as a Qualified Person as defined under the Canadian National Instrument 43-101, Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.
#SVML Sovereign Metals LTD – Result of AGM
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Sovereign Metals Limited (Company) (ASX:SVM, AIM:SVML) was held today, 24 November 2023, at 10.00am (AWST).
The resolutions voted on were in accordance with the Notice of AGM previously advised to shareholders. All resolutions were decided on and carried by way of poll.
In accordance with Section 251AA of the Corporations Act 2001 and ASX Listing Rule 3.13.2, the details of the poll and proxies received in respect of each resolution are set out in the below summary.
ENQUIRIES
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Dylan Browne Company Secretary info@sovereignmetals.com |
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Nominated Adviser on AIM and Joint Broker |
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SP Angel Corporate Finance LLP |
+44 20 3470 0470 |
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Ewan Leggat Charlie Bouverat Harry Davies-Ball |
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Berenberg |
+44 20 3207 7800 |
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Matthew Armitt |
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Jennifer Lee |
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Tavistock PR |
+44 20 7920 3150 |
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Number of Proxy Votes |
Number and Percentage of Votes cast on the Poll |
Voting Method and Result |
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Against |
Abstain |
Proxy’s Discretion |
For |
Against |
Abstain |
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1. Remuneration Report |
5,664,686 |
22,000 |
19,101,151 |
2,471,598 |
9,795,986 |
22,000 |
19,101,151 |
Carried on vote by poll |
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2. Re-election of Director – Mr Ian Middlemas |
23,241,037 |
1,546,800 |
– |
2,471,598 |
27,372,337 |
1,546,800 |
– |
Carried on vote by poll |
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3. Re-election of Director – Dr Julian Stephens |
23,241,037 |
1,546,800 |
– |
2,471,598 |
27,372,337 |
1,546,800 |
– |
Carried on vote by poll |
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4. Renewal of Employee Incentive Equity Plan |
19,359,686 |
10,000 |
5,418,151 |
2,471,598 |
23,490,986 |
10,000 |
5,418,151 |
Carried on vote by poll |
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5. Issue of Performance Rights to a Director – Mr Benjamin Stoikovich |
4,116,886 |
1,569,800 |
19,101,151 |
2,471,598 |
8,248,186 |
1,569,800 |
19,101,151 |
Carried on vote by poll |
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6. Issue of Performance Rights to a Director – Mr Mark Pearce |
4,116,886 |
1,569,800 |
19,101,151 |
2,471,598 |
8,248,186 |
1,569,800 |
19,101,151 |
Carried on vote by poll |
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7. Issue of Performance Rights to a Director – Mr Nigel Jones |
4,116,886 |
1,569,800 |
19,101,151 |
2,471,598 |
8,248,186 |
1,569,800 |
19,101,151 |
Carried on vote by poll |
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8. Approval of Additional 10% Placement Capacity |
24,715,837 |
72,000 |
– |
2,471,598 |
28,847,137 |
72,000 |
– |
Carried on vote by poll |
Issue of Performance Rights
Following the shareholder approval of resolutions 5 to 7 today, the Company has issued 1,750,000 unlisted performance rights to Directors as disclosed in the Notice of AGM as follows:
· 700,000 performance rights subject to the “Grant of Mining Licence Milestone” that have no exercise price and expire 31 March 2026; and
· 1,050,000 performance rights subject to the “Final Investment Decision Milestone” that have no exercise price and expire 30 June 2026.
Following the issue of these performance rights, the Company has the following securities on issue:
· 563,003,401 fully paid ordinary shares;
· 34,549,598 unlisted options exercisable at A$0.535 each on or before 21 July 2024;
· 9,110,000 unlisted performance rights subject to the “Definitive Feasibility Study Milestone” expiring on or before 31 October 2025;
· 3,150,000 unlisted performance rights subject to the “Grant of Mining Licence Milestone” that have no exercise price and expire 31 March 2026; and
· 4,150,000 unlisted performance rights subject to the “Final Investment Decision Milestone” that have no exercise price and expire 30 June 2026.
Change of Directors’ Interest Notices are provided below.
Appendix 3Y
Change of Director’s Interest Notice
Information or documents not available now must be given to ASX as soon as available. Information and documents given to ASX become ASX’s property and may be made public.
Introduced 30/09/01 Amended 01/01/11
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Name of entity SOVEREIGN METALS LIMITED |
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ABN 71 120 833 427 |
A)
We (the entity) give ASX the following information under listing rule 3.19A.2 and as agent for the director for the purposes of section 205G of the Corporations Act.
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Name of Director |
Benjamin Stoikovich |
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Date of last notice |
29 September 2023 |
Part 1 – Change of director’s relevant interests in securities
In the case of a trust, this includes interests in the trust made available by the responsible entity of the trust
Note: In the case of a company, interests which come within paragraph (i) of the definition of “notifiable interest of a director” should be disclosed in this part.
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Direct and Indirect
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Nature of indirect interest (including registered holder) Note: Provide details of the circumstances giving rise to the relevant interest.
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Selwyn Capital Limited (beneficial interest)
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Date of change |
24 November 2023 |
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No. of securities held prior to change |
(a) 4,190,000 (b) 600,000 (c) – (d) – |
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Class |
(a) Ordinary Fully Paid Shares (b) Unlisted Performance Rights subject to the “Definitive Feasibility Study Milestone” expiring 31 October 2025 (c) Unlisted Performance Rights subject to the Grant of Mining Licence Milestone” expiring 31 March 2026 (d) Unlisted Performance Rights subject to the “Final Investment Decision Milestone” expiring 30 June 2026 |
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Number acquired |
(c) 350,000 (d) 500,000 |
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Number disposed |
Not applicable |
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Value/Consideration Note: If consideration is non-cash, provide details and estimated valuation
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Not applicable – see nature of change below |
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No. of securities held after change |
(a) 4,190,000 (b) 600,000 (c) 350,000 (d) 500,000 |
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Nature of change Example: on-market trade, off-market trade, exercise of options, issue of securities under dividend reinvestment plan, participation in buy-back |
Issue of Performance Rights following shareholder approval |
Part 2 – Change of director’s interests in contracts
Note: In the case of a company, interests which come within paragraph (ii) of the definition of “notifiable interest of a director” should be disclosed in this part.
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Not applicable |
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Nature of interest
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Not applicable |
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Name of registered holder (if issued securities)
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Not applicable |
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Date of change |
Not applicable |
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No. and class of securities to which interest related prior to change Note: Details are only required for a contract in relation to which the interest has changed
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Not applicable |
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Interest acquired |
Not applicable |
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Interest disposed |
Not applicable |
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Value/Consideration Note: If consideration is non-cash, provide details and an estimated valuation
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Not applicable |
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Interest after change |
Not applicable |
Part 3 – +Closed period
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Were the interests in the securities or contracts detailed above traded during a +closed period where prior written clearance was required? |
No |
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If so, was prior written clearance provided to allow the trade to proceed during this period? |
Not applicable |
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If prior written clearance was provided, on what date was this provided? |
Not applicable |
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Initial notification/Amendment |
Initial |
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LEI |
213800NSPXSASTENFQ34 |
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Place of transaction |
Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) |
Appendix 3Y
Change of Director’s Interest Notice
Information or documents not available now must be given to ASX as soon as available. Information and documents given to ASX become ASX’s property and may be made public.
Introduced 30/09/01 Amended 01/01/11
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Name of entity SOVEREIGN METALS LIMITED |
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ABN 71 120 833 427 |
B)
We (the entity) give ASX the following information under listing rule 3.19A.2 and as agent for the director for the purposes of section 205G of the Corporations Act.
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Name of Director |
Mark Pearce |
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Date of last notice |
29 September 2023 |
Part 1 – Change of director’s relevant interests in securities
In the case of a trust, this includes interests in the trust made available by the responsible entity of the trust
Note: In the case of a company, interests which come within paragraph (i) of the definition of “notifiable interest of a director” should be disclosed in this part.
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Direct or indirect interest |
Direct and Indirect
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Nature of indirect interest (including registered holder) Note: Provide details of the circumstances giving rise to the relevant interest.
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· Mr Mark Pearce and Mrs Natasha Pearce <NMLP Family A/C> (trustee and beneficial interest) · Apollo Group Pty Ltd (director and indirect shareholder) · Crystal Brook Investments Pty Ltd (director and beneficial interest)
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Date of change |
24 November 2023 |
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No. of securities held prior to change |
(a) 4,520,842 (b) 300,000 (c) – (d) – |
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Class |
(a) Ordinary Fully Paid Shares (b) Unlisted Performance Rights subject to the “Definitive Feasibility Study Milestone” expiring 31 October 2025 (c) Unlisted Performance Rights subject to the Grant of Mining Licence Milestone” expiring 31 March 2026 (d) Unlisted Performance Rights subject to the “Final Investment Decision Milestone” expiring 30 June 2026 |
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Number acquired |
(c) 250,000 (d) 400,000
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Number disposed |
Not applicable
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Value/Consideration Note: If consideration is non-cash, provide details and estimated valuation
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Not applicable – see nature of change below
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No. of securities held after change |
(a) 4,520,842 (b) 300,000 (c) 250,000 (d) 400,000 |
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Nature of change Example: on-market trade, off-market trade, exercise of options, issue of securities under dividend reinvestment plan, participation in buy-back |
Issue of Performance Rights following shareholder approval |
Part 2 – Change of director’s interests in contracts
Note: In the case of a company, interests which come within paragraph (ii) of the definition of “notifiable interest of a director” should be disclosed in this part.
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Detail of contract |
Not applicable |
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Nature of interest |
Not applicable |
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Name of registered holder (if issued securities) |
Not applicable |
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Date of change |
Not applicable |
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No. and class of securities to which interest related prior to change Note: Details are only required for a contract in relation to which the interest has changed
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Not applicable |
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Interest acquired |
Not applicable |
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Interest disposed |
Not applicable |
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Value/Consideration Note: If consideration is non-cash, provide details and an estimated valuation
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Not applicable |
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Interest after change |
Not applicable |
Part 3 – +Closed period
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No |
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If so, was prior written clearance provided to allow the trade to proceed during this period? |
Not applicable |
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Not applicable |
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Initial notification/Amendment |
Initial |
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LEI |
213800NSPXSASTENFQ34 |
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Place of transaction |
Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) |
Appendix 3Y
Change of Director’s Interest Notice
Information or documents not available now must be given to ASX as soon as available. Information and documents given to ASX become ASX’s property and may be made public.
Introduced 30/09/01 Amended 01/01/11
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Name of entity SOVEREIGN METALS LIMITED |
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ABN 71 120 833 427 |
C)
We (the entity) give ASX the following information under listing rule 3.19A.2 and as agent for the director for the purposes of section 205G of the Corporations Act.
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Name of Director |
Nigel Jones |
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Date of last notice |
29 September 2023 |
Part 1 – Change of director’s relevant interests in securities
In the case of a trust, this includes interests in the trust made available by the responsible entity of the trust
Note: In the case of a company, interests which come within paragraph (i) of the definition of “notifiable interest of a director” should be disclosed in this part.
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Direct or indirect interest |
Indirect
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Nature of indirect interest (including registered holder) Note: Provide details of the circumstances giving rise to the relevant interest.
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Redbeck Partners Ltd (beneficial interest) |
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Date of change |
24 November 2023 |
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No. of securities held prior to change |
(e) 225,000 (f) 300,000 (g) – (h) –
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Class |
(e) Ordinary Fully Paid Shares (f) Unlisted Performance Rights subject to the “Definitive Feasibility Study Milestone” expiring 31 October 2025 (g) Unlisted Performance Rights subject to the Grant of Mining Licence Milestone” expiring 31 March 2026 (h) Unlisted Performance Rights subject to the “Final Investment Decision Milestone” expiring 30 June 2026 |
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Number acquired |
(c) 100,000 (d) 150,000 |
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Number disposed |
Not applicable |
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Value/Consideration Note: If consideration is non-cash, provide details and estimated valuation
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Not applicable – see nature of change below |
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(a) 225,000 (b) 300,000 (c) 100,000 (d) 150,000
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Issue of Performance Rights following shareholder approval |
Part 2 – Change of director’s interests in contracts
Note: In the case of a company, interests which come within paragraph (ii) of the definition of “notifiable interest of a director” should be disclosed in this part.
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Detail of contract |
Not applicable |
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Nature of interest
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Not applicable |
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Name of registered holder (if issued securities)
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Not applicable |
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Date of change |
Not applicable |
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No. and class of securities to which interest related prior to change Note: Details are only required for a contract in relation to which the interest has changed
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Not applicable |
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Interest acquired |
Not applicable |
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Interest disposed |
Not applicable |
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Value/Consideration Note: If consideration is non-cash, provide details and an estimated valuation
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Not applicable |
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Interest after change |
Not applicable |
Part 3 – +Closed period
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Were the interests in the securities or contracts detailed above traded during a +closed period where prior written clearance was required? |
No |
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If so, was prior written clearance provided to allow the trade to proceed during this period? |
Not applicable |
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If prior written clearance was provided, on what date was this provided? |
Not applicable |
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Initial notification/Amendment |
Initial |
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LEI |
213800NSPXSASTENFQ34 |
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Place of transaction |
Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) |
#KAV Kavango Resources PLC – KCB – Acquisition of six new PLs completes
Kavango Resources plc (LSE:KAV), the Southern Africa-focused metals exploration company, is pleased to confirm completion of its acquisition of a 90% working interest in six Prospecting Licences (“PLs”) located in Botswana’s Kalahari Copper Belt (“KCB”) (the “Acquisition”)
The Acquisition provides the Company with an extensive single contiguous project area in the KCB covering 7,629km2. Kavango is now one of the KCB’s largest individual mineral rights holders.
Kavango believes its expanded project area is underlain by similar stratigraphy to that along strike of Sandfire Resources’ (ASX:SFR) A4 deposit and Motheo Mine. Analysis of existing exploration data by the Company suggests this could incorporate a regional system that contains domal structures with folded and sheared trap sites. These are key exploration targets in the search for large-scale copper/silver mineralisation.
Kavango plans to commence follow-up work in the KCB later this month, and an update on this programme will follow.
Figure 1: Kavango’s expanded, contiguous KCB land package
Ben Turney, Chief Executive Officer of Kavango Resources, commented:
“These new licences grant us complete control of a contiguous, prospective system in an underexplored section of the KCB, a proven copper/silver region that hosts numerous mines and deposits.
I’d like to thank ENRG Elements for its support during our due diligence process. The mapping, soil geochemistry and drilling data it has provided has been highly valuable.
Kavango has strengthened its geological understanding of its new licences by mapping their lithological sequences and stratigraphy. Meanwhile, the presence of galena and sphalerite – two important pathfinder minerals for copper mineralisation – is also encouraging.
We will now continue to advance our understanding of the new licences’ mineral potential by investigating the potential sub-basin we have identified and interpreting their structure with satellite imagery.
Both of these workflows will help us to develop priority drill targets over the coming months.“
Further details
Kavango’s six new PLs cover ground adjacent to its existing Karakubis Block next to the Namibian border. This is currently the priority focus area for the Company’s KCB copper/silver exploration programme. The new PLs are also adjacent to the Company’s South Ghanzi licence block.
In preparation for the completion of the Acquisition, Kavango carried out a detailed review of ENRG’s previous exploration work, including mapping, soil geochemistry and drilling together with historical exploration work.
As a result of this review, Kavango believes the lower D’Kar Formation it mapped across PL049/2020 & PL052/2020 (two of its Karakubis PLs) extends into PL203/2016, PL127/2017 & PL205/2016 (three of its six new PLs).
During the review, Kavango received drill samples and logs from 5,566m of historical drilling completed by Icon and Ashmead.
Kavango’s geologists have begun to interpret the lithological sequences on its new PLs by completing geological work on these drill logs in combination with systematic magnetic susceptibility measurements. The sequences comprise siltstones, carbonates and sandstones.
The Company’s geologists have also begun to compile a stratigraphy for the new PLs that they believe to match existing field mapping and conform to sequences in the lower D’Kar Formation present across other parts of the KCB.
During its review, Kavango identified visible galena and sphalerite hosted in quartz-carbonate veins in the drill core and chips taken from this area. These are two important pathfinder minerals for copper mineralisation.
Additionally, systematic pXRF analysis along the cores and drill chips has confirmed the presence of elevated copper, lead and zinc at correlatable intervals.
Finally, Kavango’s geologists and geophysicists believe they may have identified a gravity low likely related to a deeper sub-basin during a review of ENRG’s previously acquired Airborne Electromagnetic (“AEM”), Gravity and Magnetic data over the Kara Antiform. The margins of this sub-basin could provide priority targets for trap site development and deposit formation. They can be further prioritised when cross-referenced with ENRG’s historic magnetic, AEM, and soil geochemical datasets.
Background to the agreement
Kavango entered an agreement to acquire a 90% interest in the six new PLs earlier this year (announced >>> 25 September 2023) with Global Exploration Technologies (Pty) Limited (“GET”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of ENRG Elements (ASX:ENRG) (“ENRG”).
Under the terms of the agreement, Kavango has now paid a total of AUD$1.5 million in cash to acquire 90% of the issued shares of Icon Trading (Pty) Ltd (“Icon”) and Ashmead Holdings (Pty) Ltd (“Ashmead”), two of GET’s subsidiary companies. Kavango will pay GET two further instalments of AUD$500,000 within 90 days and 180 days of the acquisition’s completion.
The names of the six new PLs, along with their holding company, status, and expiry date, are found below.
|
PL Number |
Company |
Status |
Expiry Date |
|
PL127/2017 |
Ashmead Holdings (Pty) Ltd |
2nd Renewal |
30/06/2024 |
|
PL128/2017 |
Ashmead Holdings (Pty) Ltd |
2nd Renewal |
30/06/2024 |
|
PL129/2017 |
Ashmead Holdings (Pty) Ltd |
2nd Renewal |
30/06/2024 |
|
PL203/2016 |
Icon Trading (Pty) Ltd |
3rd Renewal |
30/09/2025 |
|
PL204/2016 |
Icon Trading (Pty) Ltd |
3rd Renewal |
30/09/2025 |
|
PL205/2016[1] |
Icon Trading (Pty) Ltd |
3rd Renewal |
30/09/2025 |
Figure 2: Details of the GET PLs
Planned work
Kavango is currently procuring satellite imagery to advance its structural interpretation and mapping of alterations across the new PLs. The Company will share more details of its upcoming work plans in due course.
The Company is also in the final stages of awarding a contract for the flying of an AEM survey over its KCB PLs. The goal will be to map possible sub-basin and domal structures.
Further information in respect of Kavango and its business interests is provided on the Company’s website at www.kavangoresources.com and on Twitter at #KAV.
For further information please contact:
Kavango Resources plc
Ben Turney
+46 7697 406 06
First Equity (Broker)
Jason Robertson
+44 207 374 2212
Kavango Competent Person Statement
The technical information contained in this announcement pertaining to geology and exploration have been read and approved by Brett Grist BSc(Hons) FAusIMM (CP). Mr Grist is a Fellow of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy with Chartered Professional status. Mr Grist has sufficient experience that is relevant to the exploration programmes and geology of the main styles of mineralisation and deposit types under consideration to act as a Qualified Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the ‘Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves’.