Dr Andrew Forrest AO to acquire 16.8% of EQR from Oaktree
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REGISTERED OFFICE: Suite 2, Level 11, 385 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: 6888 Mulligan Highway, Mt Carbine Qld 4871
POSTAL ADDRESS: PO Box 1496, Mareeba Qld 4880
ABN: 77 115 009 106 (ASX: EQR)
T: (07) 4094 3072 | F: (07) 4094 3036 | W: eqresources.com.au
20 July 2026
DR ANDREW FORREST AO TO ACQUIRE A 16.8% INTEREST IN EQ RESOURCES
FROM OAKTREE
EQ Resources Ltd is a global tungsten producer with mining activities in Australia and Spain.
Highlights:
An investment vehicle wholly owned by Dr Andrew Forrest AO, has agreed to acquire 16.8%
interest in EQR from Oaktree
The transaction represents a strong endorsement of EQR’s strategic position as a leading
supplier of tungsten into Western supply chains
EQR remains committed to the interests of all of its shareholders and continuing to progress
its growth options across the Mt Carbine and Barruecopardo operations
EQ Resources Limited (EQR or Company) (ASX: EQR) advises that it was informed after market close on
Friday, 17 July 2026, that Wonongarra Pty Ltd (Wonongarra), an investment vehicle wholly owned by Dr
Andrew Forrest AO, has agreed to acquire the entire ownership stake in the Company owned by funds
managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. (Oaktree) – comprising 862,131,779 fully paid ordinary shares
and 35,555,556 options, representing approximately 16.8% of EQR’s issued capital.
Oaktree has been a cornerstone investor in EQR since 2023, supporting the Company’s acquisition of the
Barruecopardo tungsten mine in Spain and the ongoing expansion of the Mt Carbine tungsten mine in North
Queensland, which together have positioned EQR as the largest western tungsten producer.
This transaction is at the shareholder level and will not impact the strategy, day-to-day operations,
management or employees of EQR. Substantial holder notices in respect of the change in ownership are
expected to be lodged in accordance with the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). As part of the transfer in ownership
certain shareholder rights including the right to appoint a director to the board of the Company will also transfer.
EQR Managing Director, Craig Bradshaw, commented:
“On behalf of the Board and everyone at EQ Resources, I would like to sincerely thank Oaktree for their support
over the years. Oaktree backed our vision at a pivotal time and their partnership has been instrumental in
establishing EQR as the leading western tungsten producer.
“We warmly welcome Dr Forrest’s investment in the Company. It is a strong endorsement for EQ Resources
to see the ownership baton passed from a financial investor to a stalwart of the Australian mining industry with
a proven track record of developing and growing assets.
“This is a great vote of confidence in EQ Resources, our people, and the growth strategy we are executing
across our operations in Australia and Spain.”
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Federico Alvarez-Demalde, on behalf of Oaktree Capital Management, commented:
“It has been a privilege to partner with EQ Resources through a transformative period of growth. The Company
has delivered on its strategy of building a leading Western tungsten supply base, and we are proud of what
has been achieved at Mt Carbine and Barruecopardo. We wish the Board and the EQR team every success
as the Company enters its next phase under new cornerstone ownership.”
Dr Andrew Forrest AO commented:
“This investment backs an Australian producer, Australian jobs and Australian know-how at the moment the
world has woken up to how fragile critical mineral supply chains have become.
“Tungsten is essential to the machines that build our homes, hospitals, cities and modern-day energy systems,
as well as the semiconductors in every phone and computer. Yet global supply is remarkably concentrated.
“We are proud to become a long-term shareholder in a company that is de-risking its operations, ramping up
production and beginning to generate real cash flow. We look forward to seeing the business continue to grow.”
About the Company
EQ Resources Limited is a leading global tungsten mining company dedicated to sustainable mining and processing
practices. The Company is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, with a focus on expanding its world-class tungsten
assets at Mt Carbine in North Queensland (Australia) and at Barruecopardo in the Salamanca Province (Spain). The
Company leverages advanced minerals processing technology and unexploited resources across multiple jurisdictions,
with the aim of being a globally leading supplier of the critical mineral, tungsten. The Company aims to create shareholder
value through the exploration and development of its current project portfolio whilst continuing to evaluate corporate and
exploration opportunities within the new economy and critical minerals sector globally.
Released on authority of the Board by: Further Enquiries:
Craig Bradshaw Rosalyn MacNeill
Managing Director ir@eqresources.com.au
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