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Quarterly Activities Report
Quarter ended 31st December 2024
HIGHLIGHTS
SALORO OPERATIONS
• Record quarterly production with 33,249 mtu* in concentrate produced, up 19% compared to the prior
quarter and up 44% compared to the March 2024 quarter following EQR acquisition in January 2024.
• Record monthly production achieved in November with 11,534 mtu* in concentrate produced.
• Updated Ore Reserve Statement released in October with a minimum seven year mine plan defined.
• Continued focus on delivering operational excellence in mining and processing, as well as implementation
of outstanding improvement initiatives, expected to deliver further recovery improvements (~70%) and
production expansion in coming quarters.
MT CARBINE OPERATIONS
• With the transition to an owner-operated mining operations, total tonnes mined (waste and ore) increased
to 573kt, up 4% compared to the prior quarter.
• Primary focus of mining operations was on an accelerated waste stripping of the south-wall of the pit,
being the initial development phase of the Stage 2 Open Pit.
• Quarterly concentrate production of 9,043 mtu* was impacted by the waste stripping efforts and lowergrade ore deliveries, as well as limitations of water supply due to below average rainfall in the beginning
of the Far-North Queensland rain season.
• Strong focus on delivering improved concentrate production in the coming quarters following
implementation of a revised mine plan focusing on the eastern cutback for accelerated access to highgrade ore in the Iolanthe vein system and effectively commencing mining of the Stage 2 Open Pit.
EQR EXPLORATION
• Wolfram Camp soil sample collection conducted with characterisation and XRT sorter testing planned for
early 2025 in partnership with TOMRA and University of Queensland.
FINANCIAL AND CORPORATE**
• Group cash receipts from customers were A$18.9 million in the quarter with Saloro recording positive
operating cash flows of A$1.5 million. Closing cash balance of A$2.0 million as of 31 December 2024.
• APT CIF Rotterdam, Fastmarkets mid-price of US$330 per mtu on 31 December 2024.
• Secured A$7.9 million in funding following successful completion of A$4.9 million share placement and
the execution of a A$3 million convertible note instrument with Square Resources.
• Signed a binding Heads of Agreement to acquire 100% interest in Tungsten Metals Group Ltd and its
ferrotungsten (FeW) plant in Vietnam.
•
Executed the A$30 million tungsten concentrate off-take agreement with US-based Elmet Technologies
with collaboration on US Government funding initiatives.
* 1mtu (metric ton unit) = 10kg WO3
** All financial numbers are quoted in Australian dollars unless otherwise stated.
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EQR GROUP Q2 FY2025 - PRODUCTION SUMMARY
*Note: Metric Tonnes Unit, 1 mtu = 10kg WO3
For the quarter ended 31 December 2024 (Q2 FY2025), the consolidated EQR Group produced 42,292 mtu of tungsten
concentrate (Mt Carbine 9,043 mtu; Saloro 33,249 mtu), and 2.6 million total tonnes mined (Mt Carbine 0.6 million tonnes;
Saloro 2.0 million tonnes), reflecting a 4% increase in total tonnes mined compared to the prior quarter (Q1 FY2025).
Q2 FY2025 proved to be an excellent quarter for the Saloro operation who delivered on operational excellence and recent
improvement initiatives to produce positive operating cash flows. The operation also achieved several operating records
in the quarter. These included:
1.
Record quarterly WO3 produced of 33,249 mtu;
2.
Record monthly WO3 produced (in November 2024) of 11,534 mtu;
3.
Record total tonnes mined since EQR acquired the operation in January 2024 of 2.0 million tonnes;
4.
Record number of container deliveries to customers with 29 achieved in the quarter and shipments of 31,792 mtu;
and
5.
Record recovery rates achieved of consistently above 60%.
In Q2 FY2025, the Mt Carbine mining operations transitioned from a contractor-operated to an owner-operated mining
operation. The transition was managed very well and lead to a 4% increase in total tonnes mined for the quarter. Primary
focus of mining operations was on an accelerated waste stripping of the south-wall of the pit, being the initial development
phase of the Stage 2 Open Pit. Run of mine ore stockpiles increased significantly, as final concentrate output was
hampered by limitations of water supply to the gravity plant (due to below average rainfall at the beginning of the Far-North
Queensland rain season and consequently low dam levels), impacting its ability to process higher-grade ore into
concentrate. Pre-strip (waste) works continued from November extending into January, with the aim to uncover higher
yielding tungsten reserves for processing in future quarters. It is expected that the Mt Carbine operation will start processing
higher yielding product from the Iolanthe vein package in the next quarter (Q3 FY2025), subject to sufficient dam levels.
HEALTH & SAFETY
SALORO
At Saloro, safety continues to be a core focus, with significant improvements achieved over the past 12 months since the
operation was acquired by EQR in January 2024. Total recordable incidents (TRI) have dropped significantly from 16 for
the calendar year ended 31 December 2023 (CY 2023) to a total of 9 in CY2024, reflecting the impact of robust safety
initiatives and cross-company collaboration of best practices initiatives and strengthening of the overall safety culture.
During the quarter, the Saloro team conducted 62 safety training sessions to reinforce proper procedures, focussed
particularly on the importance of equipment isolation during maintenance. The introduction of the ‘Step Back Take 5’ Job
Safety Environment Analysis (JSEA) in mid-2024 has been particularly impactful, with employees increasingly adopting it
as a routine practice. This initiative is becoming ingrained in the workplace culture, thanks to continued procedural reviews,
improved monitoring, and proactive engagement with staff.
MT CARBINE
Following the transition to an Owner-Operator model for Mining Operations at Mt Carbine and the continued ramp up in
operations, staff numbers and subsequently man-hours worked have increased. Despite the additional headcount, Mt
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Carbine’s TRI’s decreased to 17 in CY 2024 compared to 18 in CY 2023. Mt Carbine’s Total Recordable Injuries Frequency
Rate (TRIFR) in CY 2024 improved 26% year-on-year. The improvements can be attributed to enhanced safety plans and
rigorous safety monitoring and reporting, combined with a strong emphasis on JSEA development, procedural reviews,
and thorough pre-start briefings.
SALORO OPERATIONS
Pictured: The Barruecopardo Mine Open Pit (Spain) at the end of December 2024.
OPEN CUT MINING
For the quarter ended 31 December 2024 (Q2 FY2025), 1.7 million tonnes of waste and 379,132 tonnes of ore were
extracted from the pit for a total of over 2 million tonnes of material moved, a record quarter for the operation since EQR
acquired the mine in January 2024. Mineral production activities have focused on the central and southern areas of the
mine, between levels 590m reduced level (RL) and 575m RL. This same area was used for the successful 10-metre bench
production trials mentioned in the September 2024 Quarterly Report.
During the quarter significant progress was made in the Northern Zone of the mine as part of the Phase 6 Open Pit
development. In parallel, continuous efforts were made on maximising water dam capacity by implementing advanced
evaporation systems and undertaking capacity enhancement measures.
Development of the Barruecopardo Mine Open Pit Phase 6, North Area
The Northern Zone of the Barruecopardo Mine has been prepared for the Phase 6 Open Pit, following the end of the
breeding season of the Black Storks and Egyptian Vultures (protected species) living on site. In the western area, the
switchback has now been prepared at 700m RL, while in the north and east, work has been conducted on the benches
from 730m RL down to elevation 700m RL to allow the mining team to access the mineralised zones in the north a few
months earlier than initially estimated.
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Pictured: Work completed in the Northern Zone of the open pit during the quarter, preparing the for Phase 6. The red
sections represent the area mined in October 2024, blue in November and green in December.
Pictured: The Northern Area of the open pit as of end of December 2024, Resources Block Model in Phase 6. Colours
represent the grade of the ore. Red for high grade (>0.15% WO3). Orange for lower grade (0.07-0.15% WO3). Blue for very
low grade. (0.055-0.07% WO3). The tungsten-bearing mineral deposit at Barruecopardo is composed of sheeted veins,
and the pit development is designed to follow the continuity of the ore body. As mining operations progress to the lower
levels, the ore grade is expected to increase.
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PROCESSING
Record Quarterly Performance
In the December quarter, Saloro achieved record quarterly production with 33,249 mtu of concentrate produced. This
reflects a 19% improvement over the prior September 2024 quarter and also reflects a 44% improvement over the March
2024 quarter, following the acquisition of Saloro by EQR in January 2024. The higher production rates resulted in a record
number of container deliveries to customers with 29 deliveries achieved in the quarter for a total of 31,792 mtu shipped.
In addition to the record quarterly production, Saloro also achieved a record monthly production of 11,534 mtu concentrate
produced in November.
Saloro CY2024 Quarterly WO3 Concentrate Production
35,000
33,249
33,000
31,000
27,965
29,000
mtus
27,000
25,000
23,118
23,234
Q1 - 2024
Q2 - 2024
23,000
21,000
19,000
17,000
15,000
Q3 - 2024
Q4 - 2024
Q2 FY2025 was a landmark period for operational excellence and production achievements at the Processing Plant.
Through strategic enhancements, process optimisation, and targeted improvements, the quarter culminated in recordbreaking results across multiple metrics, underscoring commitment to efficiency, innovation, and workforce development.
The structured approach to addressing challenges within the plant is showing clear progress, inspiring the team to push
forward.
In the December quarter, record throughput was achieved with a total of 420,205 tonnes processed in in the Crushing
Plant, setting a new quarterly record, representing a 51% improvement over the prior September quarter, and also
reflecting a 35% increase over the average over the previous three quarters (310,715 tonnes). In addition, 92,830 tonnes
were processed through the Ore Sorter Plant in the quarter, with 23,786 tonnes of high-grade ore recovered.
Saloro CY2024 Quarterly Crushing Plant Throughput
420,205
Tonnes of Ore
415,000
365,000
315,000
347,321
305,874
278,952
265,000
215,000
Q1 - 2024
Q2 - 2024
Q3 - 2024
Q4 - 2024
Further records were achieved in recovery rates in the quarter with Saloro consistently achieving recovery rates above
60%. The team remains focused on continuing to target improved recoveries in 2025, aiming to achieve rates north of 70%
in the coming quarters.
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Process Advancements Driving Efficiency and Sustainability
Crushing and Stockpile Management
Continuous feed strategy improvements ensured steady input to the Crushing Plant, achieving a daily throughput target of
6,000 tonnes, with oversized materials redirected for secondary processing. Crusher and cone mill settings were calibrated
to achieve a consistent Ore Sorter Plant throughput exceeding 100 t/h. Feed stockpiles were stabilised, maintaining a
multi-day feed buffer to ensure uninterrupted production.
Plant Innovations and Upgrades
The implementation of quadruple tables enhanced mineral recovery efficiency while the flow distribution in the spiral circuits
was optimised. A multideck screen is underway to improve feed preparation further. Modifications were made to recycle
residual minerals in the tailings and Sorter feeding granulometry was refined to 8-40 mm, improving downstream
processing performance.
Pictured Left: Stockpile showing multi day feed buffer; Pictured Right: Multideck Screen underway for improved feed
preparation in the Gravity Plant.
Operational Oversight and Workforce Development
Online monitoring tools were introduced to track KPIs in real-time, enabling swift decision-making, tighter control over
operational metrics and enhanced performance monitoring.
Continuous workforce training has equipped the team with advanced skills and knowledge to adapt to the organisation and
processing changes. Shift supervisors have intensified oversight across critical areas, promoting accountability and team
cohesion, driving operational success.
Improvement Projects Underway
The outstanding achievements in Q2 FY2025 reflect the success of the Company’s strategic initiatives, process
improvements, and the dedication of its workforce. Looking ahead, the operations team is currently executing further
projects to improve production:
•
Metal Recovery improvements through actively enhancing recovery processes. The Falcon concentrator will be
implemented in the March 2025 quarter and will help recover fines and ultra-fines particles of tungsten-bearing
minerals. The Falcon concentrator is known for its high recovery rates, low operational costs, and ability to process
complex ore types. Additionally, the new tables have been purchased and are set to be integrated into the circuit.
In-house flotation bench test work has been initiated, and the first batch of reagents has been delivered. The
metallurgy team is also currently evaluating the metallurgical benefits of acquiring an additional XRT Sorter unit
to integrate into the existing processing circuit, aiming to further focus on the feed grade for the Gravity Plant.
•
User-Friendly Plant Production with significant improvements to auxiliary systems being implemented. The
replacement of the jig tailings cyclone with a sieve bend is in progress, with the sieve bend currently in transit.
The preliminary commissioning of the concentrate drum filter has been accomplished. Updates to the thickening
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and filtering systems are also advancing, alongside the introduction of new control KPIs and standardised
handover procedures to streamline shift transitions.
•
Reducing Downtime: The maintenance team is executing plans to minimise downtime. They are evaluating
current equipment status, manufacturing redundant parts such as screen frames, and deploying online equipment
status indicators to enhance real-time monitoring. These initiatives aim to improve equipment availability and
reduce operational costs.
•
Safety: Safety remains a top priority across all these projects. Each initiative incorporates safety enhancement
measures to ensure a secure and efficient working environment for the team.
Barruecopardo Mine Ore Reserve Update
On 29 October, EQR released an updated Ore Reserve Statement for its wholly owned Barruecopardo Mine in Spain,
marking the first such statement under EQR ownership and following the JORC Code (2012) and JORC 2024 guidelines.
This update confirmed sufficient reserves to sustain mining operations for a minimum of seven years, with potential for
further extensions based on ongoing efficiency improvements and ore sorting optimisations. Geological programs and
drilling campaigns are defined, aiming to expand the overall resource potential and work towards a further conversion of
Mineral Resources to Ore Reserves.
The Barruecopardo mine is a key employer in the Salamanca region and a cornerstone of the Company’s goal to remain
a leading tungsten producer globally. With strong production records and advancements in process efficiency, the
Barruecopardo Mine is positioned to maintain its strategic importance in the critical minerals market.
ASX Announcement 29th October 2024: ‘EQR Releases Barruecopardo Ore Reserve Update’
MT CARBINE OPERATIONS
Stripping works well advanced
Pictured: Mt Carbine Mine January 2025 - Andy White Open Pit. The dotted line shows the new mine plan focus on
waste removal to gain access to the high-grade Iolanthe ore reserves planned for the March 2025 quarter.
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OPEN CUT MINING
In its first full quarter as Owner-Operator, the Mt Carbine mining team extracted 572,905 tonnes of material in Q2 FY2025,
representing a 4% increase from the prior quarter, and a 15% increase compared to the same quarter last year (Q2
FY2024). Mt Carbine mined 123,469 tonnes of ore and 449,436 tonnes of waste in Q2 FY2025.
Mine team staffing ramped up during the quarter with all mining and drilling operations now operating 24 hours 7 days a
week. The mine also mobilised two Sandvik drill rigs and new drilling staff, successfully making the transition moving all
drilling operations in-house. This shift required the development and integration of a new specialised skill set within the
operational team which is working well. Additionally, blasting is now managed by the newly appointed contractor to optimise
cost control.
While tungsten concentrate mtu’s produced in Q2 FY2025 were lower than prior quarter, the total tonnes mined were
higher as management implemented a revised mine plan with a focused priority on reaching the high-grade ore zones in
the Iolanthe vein system. This necessitated a focus on stripping waste on the top levels in the south-east of the pit (as
marked with the dotted line in the image above). The Iolanthe vein system is the main ore zone being targeted and
significant volume of waste removal has been completed (with more required in January / early February) to reach the
thick of the high-grade ore zones. While the top of the ore body on level 355-345m RL is currently being mined in January
2025, it is expected that the ore at the level 325m RL will deliver significant grade increase as the veins thicken and the
mineralised zones are enriched, as confirmed by the thorough RC drilling campaigns conducted in 2024 and January 2025.
The previous mine schedule included several small blasts at the bottom of the pit, however, management reassessed the
plan and subsequently determined that it would be more cost-effective to recover the ore bodies at the bottom of the pit
when the structure of the operating pit is wider (following stripping works) and in the dry season.
The Terex Finlay 893 Scalper is being used in parallel to process the historic Low-Grade Stockpile (LGSP), before being
processed through the Ore Sorter plant for grade concentration, ensuring a steady feed to the Gravity Plant during periods
of reduced ore deliveries due to stripping operations.
ASX Announcement 30th April 2024: ‘Mt Carbine Infill Drilling Reveals High Garde Zones in Stage II Pit’
ASX Announcement 3rd June 2024: ‘Mt Carbine Infill Drilling Reveals Additional High-Grade Ore In Stage II Waste Cutback
Area’
ASX Announcement 29th Jul 2024: ‘High Garde Drilling Results Confirm Main Mineralised Level at Mt Carbine’
Pictured: Mt Carbine Mine cross section of the current pit.
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The cutaway above shows a cross section of the current pit cut from South-West to North-East with the white line being
current pit surface and the surface of the pit expected at the end of Stage II in brown. Main Ore Zones >0.1% WO3 are
identified in red with the name of the major vein systems. The Iolanthe and Johonson are the main veins targeted in 2025
and show peak ore body thickness between 300-200m RL.
Pictured: Mt Carbine Mine August 2024 – Main vein systems targeted in the Stage II Open Pit showing
increasing WO3 grade at deeper level and the extent of Eastern Cutback Program.
PROCESSING
During the quarter, water levels in the dam remained low, with rainfall falling significantly below expectations. In Q2
FY2025, Mt Carbine received a total of 130mm of rain. This was significantly lower than the prior year December quarter
that received 808mm of rain, and also significantly lower (almost 50% lower) than the 10-year average for the area of
250mm (Source: Bureau of Meteorology website: www.bom.gov.au).
While rainfall levels have been lower at the beginning of this wet season, EQR do expect material rain to fall in the March
quarter given the historical precedents. The 10-year average rainfall levels for the March quarter at Mt Carbine are 636mm.
Should these rains materialise, it would be more than sufficient to fill the dam and provide sufficient operating water supply
for the remainder of CY2025.
In response, and as part of the water conservation efforts in the quarter, the Crushing, Screening, and Ore Sorting
operations were transitioned from wet to dry processing in early November, with priority given to supplying water to the
Gravity Plant. Although work on the dam raise has been ongoing, the lack of sufficient rainfall so far this wet season led to
the temporary shutdown of the Gravity Plant in December. The focus therefore shifted to mining operations and stripping,
while crucial water recycling upgrades and maintenance were carried out across all plants.
The Gravity Plant restarted processing the second week of January following some modest rainfall and is expected to
resume operations as normal with feed stockpiled in front of the Plants to guarantee a multiple day buffer in case of
maintenance and interruptions. While processing ore from the top level of the ore body and historic Low-Grade Stockpile
material, the feed grade will be modest but set to increase as the ore delivered from the next levels down will increase in
grade.
Plans are underway to double the processing capacity in 2025, with all equipment and supporting structures for the new
Sandvik Crushing and Screening Plant now on site ready for assembly. Preparatory work is scheduled to commence soon.
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QUARRY OPERATIONS
Quarry sales continued to improve during the quarter as civil construction firms attempt to complete their projects prior to
the onset of this year’s wet season. The Quarry continues to work closely with local civil companies and Councils to provide
assistance with their ongoing disaster recovery projects. The Company is also awaiting the outcome of a recently lodged
application for a Standing Offer Arrangement with the Department of Transport and Main Roads for the supply and delivery
of quarry materials.
FINANCIAL & CORPORATE
Successful A$4,9 Million Placement
On 13 December 2024, EQR secured firm commitments to raise A$4.9 million (before costs) via a share placement of
122.5 million new fully paid ordinary shares, with an issue price of A$0.04 (4 cents) per share, along with 122.5 million
one-for-one free attaching unlisted options, exercisable at A$0.0675 (6.75 cents) each. The share placement attracted
strong interest from both new and existing domestic and international institutional and sophisticated investors. Funds
managed by Oaktree Capital Management L.P (Oaktree) corner stoned 20% of the share placement, to increase its equity
interest in EQR. Settlement of the share placement occurred on 20 December 2024 with the allotment and normal trading
of the new shares and options under the placement occurring from 23 December 2024.
ASX Announcement 13th December 2024:’EQR Successful A$4.9 Million Placement’
Long-Term Concentrate Supply Agreement Executed with Elmet Technologies LLC
On 12 November 2024, EQR announced it had executed the definitive supply agreement with leading US-owned and fully
integrated tungsten manufacturer, Elmet Technologies LLC, for a 5-year tungsten concentrate offtake arrangement valued
at approx. A$30 million. EQR had previously announced the basic framework of the Strategic Collaboration Agreement
(Agreement) between the Company and Elmet on 2 September 2024.
The Agreement provides the parties a pathway to jointly work on US Government funding opportunities, with the aim to
enhance critical materials supply and further downstream integration of EQR’s tungsten concentrate into the US tungsten
supply chain. The parties have submitted a joint white paper under the US DIBC (Defence Industrial Base Consortium)
grant program, which is open to industry partners in Australia, Canada and the UK. An outcome of the application is
pending.
EQR’s supply commitments under this Arrangement are supported by the continued production expansion at its
Barruecopardo Operations in Spain, as evidenced by the record quarterly production achieved this quarter.
ASX Announcement 2nd September 2024: ‘Strategic Collaboration Agreed with Elmet Technologies’
ASX Announcement 12th November 2024: ‘Elmet Agreement Executed’
EQR To Acquire 100% Interest in Tungsten Metals Group Limited
On 18 November 2024, EQR announced it had executed a binding Heads of Agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in
Tungsten Metals Group Limited (a public unlisted company) and its subsidiaries (together ‘TMG’), and separately Mr.
George Chen's interest in Asia Tungsten Products Co Ltd (ATC) (ATC and TMG together TMG Group), resulting in EQR
obtaining 100% ownership of the TMG Group.
TMG Group currently owns and operates the largest ferrotungsten (FeW) plant outside of China, located in Vietnam, with
a potential production capacity of 4,000tpa FeW. Due to its scale and favourable cost structure, the facility is regarded as
one of the most competitive in the industry.
Completion of the transaction will allow for diversification and vertical integration of EQR’s upstream operations. The
transaction aligns with EQR’s strategic plans to leverage its existing substantial resources base and production output
along the tungsten supply chain.
FeW pricing dynamics are partly decoupled from the tungsten concentrate market (currently EQR’s sole product) and
respective ammonium paratungstate (APT) markets, which are currently EQR’s main offtake industries. FeW prices over
the recent 24 months have outperformed APT prices by approximately 19% in USD (27% in AUD).
The Heads of Agreement is subject to customary due diligence procedures and shareholder approvals that are ongoing.
The transaction is expected to complete in the first half of 2025.
ASX Announcement 18th November 2024: ‘EQR To Acquire 100% Interest in Tungsten Metal Group’
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Pictured: TMG ferrotungsten plant located in Vietnam. Source: (www.tungstenmetalsgroup.com)
EQR Secures A$3 Million Investment from Square Resources
On 29 November 2024, EQR announced it had secured a A$3 million investment from Brisbane based global energy and
steelmaking commodity trader, Square Resources Holding Pty Ltd (Square Resources) through convertible notes issued
by the Company.
This investment represents a robust endorsement of EQR’s binding Heads of Agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in
the TMG Group and underscores the strategic alignment between the two companies. By securing the support of one of
Australia’s premier commodity trading firms, EQR is poised to advance its ambition to become a globally significant
producer of tungsten and ferrotungsten.
In addition to the convertible notes investment, the parties intend to formalise a strategic collaboration which allows EQR
to utilise Square Resources’ network across the Asian steelmaking industry and potentially facilitate trade fiancé related
services provided by Square Resources for sales and distribution of ferrotungsten for EQR in Asia, excluding China.
ASX Announcement 29th November 2024: ‘EQR Secures A$3 Million Investment from Square Resources’
QUARTERLY CASH FLOW REPORT
Cash flows from operating activities
In Q2 FY2025, net cash used in operating activities totalled A$5.4 million. Pleasingly, the Saloro business generated
positive operating cashflows of A$1.5 million. The positive cashflow generation from Saloro is due to a very strong
production quarter with record tungsten concentrate production of 33,249 mtu achieved and recoveries consistently above
60%. Mt Carbine generated negative operating cashflows of A$6.9 million in the quarter due to lower concentrate output,
and from changes to the mine plan that is currently focussing on waste stripping works to gain access to the high-grade
Iolanthe ore body, expected to start being mined in the March 2025 quarter.
Cash flows from investing activities
In Q2 FY2025, net cash used in investing activities totalled A$3.7 million. During the quarter, the Company invested a
further A$2.5 million at Mt Carbine, using mine waste to raise the noise & visual bund at the site, which is a requirement
under the Mt Carbine Mining Lease. A further A$0.6 million was dedicated to acquiring plant and equipment.
Cash flows from financing activities
In Q2 FY2025, Net cash from financing activities totalled A$7.7 million. This primarily consisted of A$4.9 million (before
fees) from the December 2024 Equity Placement and the completion of a one-year unsecured A$3.
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