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TNR Gold Announces Completion of CAN$4.2 Million Altius Strategic InvestmentMay 25, 2026 8:30 AM
NewsfileVancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 25, 2026) - TNR Gold Corp. (TSXV: TNR) ("TNR", "TNR Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that, further to its news releases dated April 6, 2026 and May 13, 2026 regarding its strategic private placement by Altius Resources Inc. ("Altius Resources"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Altius Minerals Corporation (TSX: ALS) (OTCQX: ATUSF) ("Altius"), TNR Gold has now completed such private placement (the "Private Placement").On completion of the Private Placement ("Closing"), the Company issued 23,500,000 common shares to Altius Resources for gross proceeds of $4,171,250. All common shares issued to Altius Resources bear a statutory hold period of four months and one day from the date of Closing. The proceeds of the Private Placement will be used to finance potential corporate development initiatives, property maintenance and exploration on the Company's Shotgun Gold Project in Alaska, possible royalty acquisition of the portion of the Mariana Royalty and Los Azules Royalty it holds on behalf of a shareholder and for general corporate and working capital requirements. Kirill Klip, Executive Chairman of TNR Gold stated, "We are delighted to welcome Altius as a strategic, non-controlling investor in TNR Gold. The closing of this investment enables TNR Gold to advance the execution of its strategic plan and reflects strong market recognition of the quality of our assets and their potential."Kirill Klip continued, "Our business model provides a unique entry point into the creation of supply chains for critical materials like energy metals, which are powering the Energy rEVolution, and the gold industry that is providing the ultimate hedge during this part of the economic cycle. Our shareholders are participating in the building of The Green Energy Metals Royalty and Gold Company. In our portfolio, we have a unique combination of assets providing exposure to different parts of the mining cycle, starting with the power of blue-sky discovery, and including partnerships with industry leaders like McEwen Inc., Ganfeng Lithium, Lundin Mining and BHP as operators on the projects that could potentially generate royalty cashflows to contribute value for our shareholders. My holding of 27,763,000 common shares in TNR Gold serves as further evidence of my deep personal commitment to the Company and strong confidence in our experienced team and its strategic development plan. We look forward to working with Altius to maximize value for all our shareholders."Altius commented, "This investment is consistent with our well-established strategy of patiently acquiring minority equity positions in companies that hold royalties relating to high-potential mineral resource projects. The TNR royalty portfolio includes exposure to major copper and lithium deposits. These include the world-class Los Azules copper project and the recently commissioned Mariana lithium brine project, over which Altius also holds a direct royalty interest. We look forward to working constructively with the TNR team as its royalty portfolio and business continues to advance and mature."On Closing, TNR Gold and Altius also entered into the following agreements:(a) a right of first offer agreement, pursuant to which TNR granted to Altius Royalty Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Altius, a right of first offer on the sale of TNR's 1.35% NSR royalty on the Mariana Lithium Project in Argentina and TNR's 0.36% NSR royalty on the Los Azules Copper Project in Argentina (the "ROFO Agreement"); and(b) a voting agreement, pursuant to which (i) TNR granted to Altius Resources the right to participate in future private placements and certain other issuances of securities by TNR, such that Altius Resources may maintain its pro rata ownership of TNR following Closing, and (ii) Altius Resources agreed to vote its TNR Shares in favour of any directors nominated by TNR's management and other matters that are unanimously recommended by TNR's board of directors, for a period of five years from Closing (together with the ROFO Agreement, the "Ancillary Agreements"), subject to the right of Altius Resources to abstain from voting on any of the voting support matters in a manner consistent with the guidance in TSX Staff Notice 2023-0001.The Ancillary Agreements will terminate automatically upon Altius Resources ceasing to own at least 6% of TNR's issued and outstanding shares on a non-diluted basis. ABOUT ALTIUS MINERALS CORPORATIONAltius's strategy is to create per share growth through a diversified portfolio of royalty assets that relate to long life, high margin operations. This strategy further provides shareholders with exposures that are well aligned with global growth trends including increasing electricity-based market share within energy usage, global infrastructure build and refurbishment growth, increased EAF based steelmaking, steadily increasing agricultural fertilizer requirements and the enhanced appetite for financial asset diversification through precious metals ownership. These macro-trends each hold the potential to cause higher demand for many of Altius's commodity exposures including potash, high purity iron ore, renewable energy, base and battery metals, and gold. In addition, Altius runs a successful Project Generation business that originates mineral projects for sale to developers in exchange for royalties and that has a demonstrated track record of driving outsized direct returns from its overall royalty investment portfolio. It is a member of both the S&P/TSX Small Cap and S&P/TSX Global Mining Indices and the S&P/TSX Canadian Dividend Aristocrats Index.ABOUT TNR GOLD CORP. TNR Gold Corp. is working to become the green energy metals royalty and gold company.Our business model provides a unique entry point in the creation of supply chains for critical materials like energy metals that are powering the energy rEVolution, and the gold industry that is providing a hedge for this stage of the economic cycle.Our portfolio provides a unique combination of assets with exposure to multiple aspects of the mining cycle: the power of blue-sky discovery and important partnerships with industry leaders as operators on the projects that will potentially generate royalty cashflows to contribute significant value for our shareholders. Over the past thirty years, TNR, through its lead generator business model, has been successful in generating high-quality global exploration projects. With the Company's expertise, resources and industry network, the potential of the Mariana Lithium Project and Los Azules Copper Project in Argentina, among many others, have been recognized.TNR holds a 1.5% NSR royalty on the Mariana Lithium Project in Argentina, of which 0.15% of such NSR royalty is held on behalf of a shareholder of the Company. Ganfeng Lithium's subsidiary, Litio Minera Argentina ("LMA"), has the right to repurchase 1.0% of the NSR royalty on the Mariana Project, of which 0.9% is the Company's NSR royalty interest. The Company would receive CAN$900,000, and its shareholder would receive CAN$100,000 on the repurchase by LMA, resulting in TNR holding a 0.45% NSR royalty and its shareholder holding a 0.05% NSR royalty. The Mariana Lithium Project is 100% owned by Ganfeng Lithium. The Mariana Lithium Project has been approved by the Argentina provincial government of Salta for an environmental impact report. Ganfeng officially inaugurated Mariana Lithium's start of production at a 20,000 tons-per-annum lithium chloride plant on February 12, 2025.TNR Gold also holds a 0.4% NSR royalty on the Los Azules Copper Project, of which 0.04% of the 0.4% NSR royalty is held on behalf of a shareholder of the Company. The Los Azules Copper Project is being developed by McEwen Inc. TNR also holds a 7% NPR on the Batidero I and II properties of the Josemaria Project that is being developed by the joint-venture between Lundin Mining and BHP.TNR provides significant exposure to gold through its 90% holding in the Shotgun Gold porphyry project in Alaska. The project is located in Southwestern Alaska near the Donlin Gold project, which is being developed by Barrick Gold and Novagold Resources. The Company's strategy with the Shotgun Gold Project is to attract a joint venture partnership with a major gold mining company. The Company is actively introducing the project to interested parties.At its core, TNR provides a wide scope of exposure to gold, copper, silver and lithium through its holdings in Alaska (the Shotgun Gold porphyry project) and royalty holdings in Argentina (the Mariana Lithium project, the Los Azules Copper Project and the Batidero I & II properties of the Josemaria Project), and is committed to the continued generation of in-demand projects, while diversifying its markets and building shareholder value.On behalf of the Board of Directors,Kirill KlipExecutive Chairmanwww.tnrgoldcorp.comFor further information concerning this news release please contact Kirill Klip +1 604-229-8129Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking InformationExcept for statements of historical fact, this news release contains certain "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities law. Forward-looking information is frequently characterized by words such as "plan", "expect", "project", "intend", "believe", "anticipate", "estimate", "will", "could" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may" or "could" occur, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Specifically, forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements made in relation to: the use of proceeds from the Private Placement; TNR's future receipt of cash flows from its royalty holdings and the subsequent contribution of significant value to its shareholders; the possible growth of TNR's value; and TNR's strategy and business objectives. Such forward-looking information is based on a number of assumptions and subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those discussed in the sections entitled "Risks" and "Forward-Looking Statements" in the Company's interim and annual Management's Discussion and Analysis which are available under the Company's SEDAR+ profile on www.sedarplus.ca. While management believes that the assumptions made and reflected in this news release are reasonable, should one or more of the risks, uncertainties or other factors materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking information. In particular, there can be no assurance that: TNR will enter into one or more strategic transactions, partnership or a spin-out, or be able to complete any further royalty acquisitions or sales of royalty interests, or portions thereof; debt or equity financings will be available to TNR; or that TNR will be able to achieve any of its corporate objectives. TNR relies on the confirmation of its ownership for mining claims from the appropriate government agencies when paying rental payments for such mining claims requested by these agencies. There could be a risk in the future of the changing internal policies of such government agencies or risk related to the third parties, in future, challenging the ownership of such mining claims. Given these uncertainties, readers are cautioned that forward-looking statements included herein are not guarantees of future performance, and such forward-looking statements should not be unduly relied on.In formulating the forward-looking statements contained herein, management has assumed that business and economic conditions affecting TNR, and its royalty partners, McEwen Inc., Ganfeng Lithium and Lundin Mining will continue substantially in the ordinary course, including without limitation with respect to general industry conditions, general levels of economic activity and regulations. These assumptions, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect.Forward-looking information herein and all subsequent written and oral forward-looking information are based on estimates and opinions of management on the dates they are made and are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Except as required by law, the Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking information should circumstances or management's estimates or opinions change.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/298691 Original: TNR Gold Announces Completion of CAN$4.2 Million Altius Strategic Investment
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1月前
TNR Gold Announces TSX Venture Exchange Conditional Approval of Altius Strategic InvestmentMay 13, 2026 8:00 AM
NewsfileVancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - May 13, 2026) - TNR Gold Corp. (TSXV: TNR) ("TNR", "TNR Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that further to its April 6, 2026 news release regarding its strategic private placement by Altius Resources Inc. ("Altius Resources"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Altius Minerals Corporation (TSX: ALS) (OTCQX: ATUSF) ("Altius"), TNR Gold has now received TSX Venture Exchange conditional approval to complete the private placement (the "Private Placement").The Private Placement is expected to close no sooner than 5 trading days from the date of this news release. The Company will issue 23,500,000 common shares to Altius Resources under the Private Placement for gross proceeds of $4,171,250. All common shares issued to Altius Resources will bear a statutory hold period of four months and one day from the date of issuance. The proceeds of the Private Placement will be used to finance potential corporate development initiatives, property maintenance and exploration on the Company's Shotgun Gold Project in Alaska, possible royalty acquisition of the portion of the Mariana Royalty and Los Azules Royalty it holds on behalf of a shareholder, and for general corporate and working capital requirements. Kirill Klip, Executive Chairman of TNR Gold stated, "We are delighted to welcome Altius as a strategic, non-controlling investor in TNR Gold. This investment enables TNR Gold to advance the execution of its strategic plan and reflects strong market recognition of the quality of our assets and their potential."Kirill Klip continued, "Our business model provides a unique entry point into the creation of supply chains for critical materials like energy metals, which are powering the Energy rEVolution, and the gold industry that is providing the ultimate hedge during this part of the economic cycle. Our shareholders are participating in the building of The Green Energy Metals Royalty and Gold Company. In our portfolio, we have a unique combination of assets providing exposure to different parts of the mining cycle, starting with the power of blue-sky discovery, and including partnerships with industry leaders like McEwen Inc., Ganfeng Lithium, Lundin Mining and BHP as operators on the projects that could potentially generate royalty cashflows to contribute value for our shareholders. My holding of 27,763,000 common shares in TNR Gold serves as further evidence of my deep personal commitment to the Company and strong confidence in our experienced team and its strategic development plan. We look forward to working with Altius to maximize value for all our shareholders."Altius commented, "This investment is consistent with our well-established strategy of patiently acquiring minority equity positions in companies that hold royalties relating to high-potential mineral resource projects. The TNR royalty portfolio includes exposure to major copper and lithium deposits. These include the world-class Los Azules copper project and the recently commissioned Mariana lithium brine project, over which Altius also holds a direct royalty interest. We look forward to working constructively with the TNR team as its royalty portfolio and business continues to advance and mature."On completion of the Private Placement ("Closing") TNR Gold and Altius will enter into the following agreements:a right of first offer agreement, pursuant to which TNR will grant to Altius Royalty Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Altius, a right of first offer on the sale of TNR's 1.35% NSR royalty on the Mariana Lithium Project in Argentina and TNR's 0.36% NSR royalty on the Los Azules Copper Project in Argentina (the "ROFO Agreement"); anda voting agreement, pursuant to which (i) TNR will grant to Altius Resources the right to participate in future private placements and certain other issuances of securities by TNR, such that Altius Resources may maintain its pro rata ownership of TNR following Closing, and (ii) Altius Resources will agree to vote its TNR Shares in favour of any directors nominated by TNR's management and other matters that are unanimously recommended by TNR's board of directors, for a period of five years from Closing (together with the ROFO Agreement, the "Ancillary Agreements"). Since the Private Placement was announced, TNR and Altius Resources have agreed to revisions to the voting agreement to permit Altius Resources to abstain from voting on any of the voting support matters in a manner consistent with the guidance in TSX Staff Notice 2023-0001.The Ancillary Agreements will terminate automatically upon Altius Resources ceasing to own at least 6% of TNR's issued and outstanding shares on a non-diluted basis. ABOUT ALTIUS MINERALS CORPORATIONAltius's strategy is to create per share growth through a diversified portfolio of royalty assets that relate to long life, high margin operations. This strategy further provides shareholders with exposures that are well aligned with global growth trends including increasing electricity-based market share within energy usage, global infrastructure build and refurbishment growth, increased EAF based steelmaking, steadily increasing agricultural fertilizer requirements and the enhanced appetite for financial asset diversification through precious metals ownership. These macro-trends each hold the potential to cause higher demand for many of Altius's commodity exposures including potash, high purity iron ore, renewable energy, base and battery metals, and gold. In addition, Altius runs a successful Project Generation business that originates mineral projects for sale to developers in exchange for royalties and that has a demonstrated track record of driving outsized direct returns from its overall royalty investment portfolio. It is a member of both the S&P/TSX Small Cap and S&P/TSX Global Mining Indices and the S&P/TSX Canadian Dividend Aristocrats Index.ABOUT TNR GOLD CORP. TNR Gold Corp. is working to become the green energy metals royalty and gold company.Our business model provides a unique entry point in the creation of supply chains for critical materials like energy metals that are powering the energy rEVolution, and the gold industry that is providing a hedge for this stage of the economic cycle.Our portfolio provides a unique combination of assets with exposure to multiple aspects of the mining cycle: the power of blue-sky discovery and important partnerships with industry leaders as operators on the projects that will potentially generate royalty cashflows to contribute significant value for our shareholders. Over the past thirty years, TNR, through its lead generator business model, has been successful in generating high-quality global exploration projects. With the Company's expertise, resources and industry network, the potential of the Mariana Lithium Project and Los Azules Copper Project in Argentina, among many others, have been recognized.TNR holds a 1.5% NSR royalty on the Mariana Lithium Project in Argentina, of which 0.15% of such NSR royalty is held on behalf of a shareholder of the Company. Ganfeng Lithium's subsidiary, Litio Minera Argentina ("LMA"), has the right to repurchase 1.0% of the NSR royalty on the Mariana Project, of which 0.9% is the Company's NSR royalty interest. The Company would receive CAN$900,000, and its shareholder would receive CAN$100,000 on the repurchase by LMA, resulting in TNR holding a 0.45% NSR royalty and its shareholder holding a 0.05% NSR royalty. The Mariana Lithium Project is 100% owned by Ganfeng Lithium. The Mariana Lithium Project has been approved by the Argentina provincial government of Salta for an environmental impact report. Ganfeng officially inaugurated Mariana Lithium's start of production at a 20,000 tons-per-annum lithium chloride plant on February 12, 2025.TNR Gold also holds a 0.4% NSR royalty on the Los Azules Copper Project, of which 0.04% of the 0.4% NSR royalty is held on behalf of a shareholder of the Company. The Los Azules Copper Project is being developed by McEwen Inc. TNR also holds a 7% NPR on the Batidero I and II properties of the Josemaria Project that is being developed by the joint-venture between Lundin Mining and BHP.TNR provides significant exposure to gold through its 90% holding in the Shotgun Gold porphyry project in Alaska. The project is located in Southwestern Alaska near the Donlin Gold project, which is being developed by Barrick Gold and Novagold Resources. The Company's strategy with the Shotgun Gold Project is to attract a joint venture partnership with a major gold mining company. The Company is actively introducing the project to interested parties.At its core, TNR provides a wide scope of exposure to gold, copper, silver and lithium through its holdings in Alaska (the Shotgun Gold porphyry project) and royalty holdings in Argentina (the Mariana Lithium project, the Los Azules Copper Project and the Batidero I & II properties of the Josemaria Project), and is committed to the continued generation of in-demand projects, while diversifying its markets and building shareholder value.On behalf of the Board of Directors,Kirill KlipExecutive Chairmanwww.tnrgoldcorp.comFor further information concerning this news release please contact Kirill Klip +1 604-229-8129Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking InformationExcept for statements of historical fact, this news release contains certain "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities law. Forward-looking information is frequently characterized by words such as "plan", "expect", "project", "intend", "believe", "anticipate", "estimate", "will", "could" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may" or "could" occur, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Specifically, forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements made in relation to: the terms of the Private Placement and the completion of same; the use of proceeds from the Private Placement; TNR's future receipt of cash flows from its royalty holdings and the subsequent contribution of significant value to its shareholders; the possible growth of TNR's value; the terms of the Ancillary Agreements and the entering into of same; and TNR's strategy and business objectives. Such forward-looking information is based on a number of assumptions and subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those discussed in the sections entitled "Risks" and "Forward-Looking Statements" in the Company's interim and annual Management's Discussion and Analysis which are available under the Company's SEDAR+ profile on www.sedarplus.ca. While management believes that the assumptions made and reflected in this news release are reasonable, should one or more of the risks, uncertainties or other factors materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking information. In particular, there can be no assurance that: TNR will enter into one or more strategic transactions, partnership or a spin-out, or be able to complete any further royalty acquisitions or sales of royalty interests, or portions thereof; debt or equity financings will be available to TNR; or that TNR will be able to achieve any of its corporate objectives. TNR relies on the confirmation of its ownership for mining claims from the appropriate government agencies when paying rental payments for such mining claims requested by these agencies. There could be a risk in the future of the changing internal policies of such government agencies or risk related to the third parties, in future, challenging the ownership of such mining claims. Given these uncertainties, readers are cautioned that forward-looking statements included herein are not guarantees of future performance, and such forward-looking statements should not be unduly relied on.In formulating the forward-looking statements contained herein, management has assumed that business and economic conditions affecting TNR, and its royalty partners, McEwen Inc., Ganfeng Lithium and Lundin Mining will continue substantially in the ordinary course, including without limitation with respect to general industry conditions, general levels of economic activity and regulations. These assumptions, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect.Forward-looking information herein and all subsequent written and oral forward-looking information are based on estimates and opinions of management on the dates they are made and are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Except as required by law, the Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking information should circumstances or management's estimates or opinions change.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/297293 Original: TNR Gold Announces TSX Venture Exchange Conditional Approval of Altius Strategic Investment
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2月前
TNR Gold Welcomes CAN$4.2 Million Strategic Investment by Altius MineralsApril 6, 2026 12:34 PM
NewsfileVancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - April 6, 2026) - TNR Gold Corp. (TSXV: TNR) ("TNR", "TNR Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that the Company plans to complete a private placement by Altius Resources Inc. ("Altius Resources"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Altius Minerals Corporation (TSX: ALS; OTCQX: ATUSF) ("Altius") for gross aggregate proceeds of approximately CAN$4.2 million (the "Private Placement").TNR and Altius Resources have entered into a subscription agreement dated April 2, 2026 (the "Subscription Agreement"), pursuant to which Altius Resources has agreed to subscribe for and take up 23,500,000 common shares in the capital of the Company (the "Offered Shares"), representing approximately 9.9% of TNR's issued and outstanding common shares ("TNR Shares") on a post-issuance basis, at an issue price per Offered Share equal to the 30-day VWAP of the Shares for the 30 trading days prior to the date of the Subscription Agreement, being CAN$0.1775 per TNR Share.The proceeds of the Strategic Investment will be used to finance potential corporate development initiatives and for general corporate and working capital requirements. There is no person acting at the request of the Company, or to the knowledge of the Company, purporting to act who is entitled to any finder or other fiscal advisory or similar fee in connection with the Offered Shares or transactions contemplated herein.Kirill Klip, Executive Chairman of TNR Gold stated, "We are delighted to welcome Altius as a strategic, non-controlling investor in TNR Gold. This investment enables TNR Gold to advance the execution of its strategic plan and reflects strong market recognition of the quality of our assets and their potential."Kirill Klip continued, "Our business model provides a unique entry point into the creation of supply chains for critical materials like energy metals, which are powering the Energy rEVolution, and the gold industry that is providing the ultimate hedge during this part of the economic cycle. Our shareholders are participating in the building of The Green Energy Metals Royalty and Gold Company. In our portfolio, we have a unique combination of assets providing exposure to different parts of the mining cycle, starting with the power of blue-sky discovery, and including partnerships with industry leaders like McEwen Inc., Ganfeng Lithium, Lundin Mining and BHP as operators on the projects that could potentially generate royalty cashflows to contribute value for our shareholders. My holding of 27,263,000 common shares in TNR Gold serves as further evidence of my deep personal commitment to the Company and strong confidence in our experienced team and its strategic development plan. We look forward to working with Altius to maximize value for all our shareholders."Altius commented, "This investment is consistent with our well-established strategy of patiently acquiring minority equity positions in companies that hold royalties relating to high-potential mineral resource projects. The TNR royalty portfolio includes exposure to major copper and lithium deposits. These include the world-class Los Azules copper project and the recently commissioned Mariana lithium brine project, over which Altius also holds a direct royalty interest. We look forward to working constructively with the TNR team as its royalty portfolio and business continues to advance and mature."The completion of the Private Placement ("Closing") is subject to customary conditions precedent, including approval of the TSX Venture Exchange, as well as the execution of the following agreements:(a) a right of first offer agreement, pursuant to which TNR will grant to Altius Royalty Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Altius, a right of first offer on the sale of TNR's 1.35% NSR royalty on the Mariana Lithium Project in Argentina and TNR's 0.36% NSR royalty on the Los Azules Copper Project in Argentina (the "ROFO Agreement"); and(b) a voting agreement, pursuant to which (i) TNR will grant to Altius Resources the right to participate in future private placements and certain other issuances of securities by TNR, such that Altius Resources may maintain its pro rata ownership of TNR following Closing, and (ii) Altius Resources will agree to vote its TNR Shares in favour of any directors nominated by TNR's management and other matters that are unanimously recommended by TNR's board of directors, for a period of five years from Closing (together with the ROFO Agreement, the "Ancillary Agreements"). If entered into, the Ancillary Agreements will terminate automatically upon Altius Resources ceasing to own at least 6% of TNR's issued and outstanding shares on a non-diluted basis. ABOUT ALTIUS MINERALS CORPORATIONAltius's strategy is to create per share growth through a diversified portfolio of royalty assets that relate to long life, high margin operations. This strategy further provides shareholders with exposures that are well aligned with global growth trends including increasing electricity-based market share within energy usage, global infrastructure build and refurbishment growth, increased EAF based steelmaking, steadily increasing agricultural fertilizer requirements and the enhanced appetite for financial asset diversification through precious metals ownership. These macro-trends each hold the potential to cause higher demand for many of Altius's commodity exposures including potash, high purity iron ore, renewable energy, base and battery metals, and gold. In addition, Altius runs a successful Project Generation business that originates mineral projects for sale to developers in exchange for royalties and that has a demonstrated track record of driving outsized direct returns from its overall royalty investment portfolio. It is a member of both the S&P/TSX Small Cap and S&P/TSX Global Mining Indices and the S&P/TSX Canadian Dividend Aristocrats Index.ABOUT TNR GOLD CORP. TNR Gold Corp. is working to become the green energy metals royalty and gold company.Our business model provides a unique entry point in the creation of supply chains for critical materials like energy metals that are powering the energy rEVolution, and the gold industry that is providing a hedge for this stage of the economic cycle.Our portfolio provides a unique combination of assets with exposure to multiple aspects of the mining cycle: the power of blue-sky discovery and important partnerships with industry leaders as operators on the projects that will potentially generate royalty cashflows to contribute significant value for our shareholders. Over the past thirty years, TNR, through its lead generator business model, has been successful in generating high-quality global exploration projects. With the Company's expertise, resources and industry network, the potential of the Mariana Lithium Project and Los Azules Copper Project in Argentina, among many others, have been recognized.TNR holds a 1.5% NSR royalty on the Mariana Lithium Project in Argentina, of which 0.15% of such NSR royalty is held on behalf of a shareholder of the Company. Ganfeng Lithium's subsidiary, Litio Minera Argentina ("LMA"), has the right to repurchase 1.0% of the NSR royalty on the Mariana Project, of which 0.9% is the Company's NSR royalty interest. The Company would receive CAN$900,000, and its shareholder would receive CAN$100,000 on the repurchase by LMA, resulting in TNR holding a 0.45% NSR royalty and its shareholder holding a 0.05% NSR royalty. The Mariana Lithium Project is 100% owned by Ganfeng Lithium. The Mariana Lithium Project has been approved by the Argentina provincial government of Salta for an environmental impact report. Ganfeng officially inaugurated Mariana Lithium's start of production at a 20,000 tons-per-annum lithium chloride plant on February 12, 2025.TNR Gold also holds a 0.4% NSR royalty on the Los Azules Copper Project, of which 0.04% of the 0.4% NSR royalty is held on behalf of a shareholder of the Company. The Los Azules Copper Project is being developed by McEwen Inc. TNR also holds a 7% NPR on the Batidero I and II properties of the Josemaria Project that is being developed by the joint-venture between Lundin Mining and BHP.TNR provides significant exposure to gold through its 90% holding in the Shotgun Gold porphyry project in Alaska. The project is located in Southwestern Alaska near the Donlin Gold project, which is being developed by Barrick Gold and Novagold Resources. The Company's strategy with the Shotgun Gold Project is to attract a joint venture partnership with a major gold mining company. The Company is actively introducing the project to interested parties.At its core, TNR provides a wide scope of exposure to gold, copper, silver and lithium through its holdings in Alaska (the Shotgun Gold porphyry project) and royalty holdings in Argentina (the Mariana Lithium project, the Los Azules Copper Project and the Batidero I & II properties of the Josemaria Project), and is committed to the continued generation of in-demand projects, while diversifying its markets and building shareholder value.On behalf of the Board of Directors,Kirill Klip
Executive Chairman
www.tnrgoldcorp.comFor further information concerning this news release please contact Kirill Klip +1 604-229-8129Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking InformationExcept for statements of historical fact, this news release contains certain "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities law. Forward-looking information is frequently characterized by words such as "plan", "expect", "project", "intend", "believe", "anticipate", "estimate", "will", "could" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may" or "could" occur, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Specifically, forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements made in relation to: the terms of the Strategic Investment and the completion of same; the use of proceeds from the Strategic Investment; TNR's future receipt of cash flows from its royalty holdings and the subsequent contribution of significant value to its shareholders; the possible growth of TNR's value; the terms of the Ancillary Agreements and the entering into of same; and TNR's strategy and business objectives. Such forward-looking information is based on a number of assumptions and subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those discussed in the sections entitled "Risks" and "Forward-Looking Statements" in the Company's interim and annual Management's Discussion and Analysis which are available under the Company's SEDAR+ profile on www.sedarplus.ca. While management believes that the assumptions made and reflected in this news release are reasonable, should one or more of the risks, uncertainties or other factors materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking information. In particular, there can be no assurance that: TNR will be able to complete the Strategic Acquisition on the terms described in this new release or at all, TNR will enter into one or more strategic transactions, partnership or a spin-out, or be able to complete any further royalty acquisitions or sales of royalty interests, or portions thereof; debt or equity financings will be available to TNR; or that TNR will be able to achieve any of its corporate objectives. TNR relies on the confirmation of its ownership for mining claims from the appropriate government agencies when paying rental payments for such mining claims requested by these agencies. There could be a risk in the future of the changing internal policies of such government agencies or risk related to the third parties, in future, challenging the ownership of such mining claims. Given these uncertainties, readers are cautioned that forward-looking statements included herein are not guarantees of future performance, and such forward-looking statements should not be unduly relied on.In formulating the forward-looking statements contained herein, management has assumed that business and economic conditions affecting TNR, and its royalty partners, McEwen Inc., Ganfeng Lithium and Lundin Mining will continue substantially in the ordinary course, including without limitation with respect to general industry conditions, general levels of economic activity and regulations. These assumptions, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect.Forward-looking information herein and all subsequent written and oral forward-looking information are based on estimates and opinions of management on the dates they are made and are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Except as required by law, the Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking information should circumstances or management's estimates or opinions change.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/291291
Original: TNR Gold Welcomes CAN$4.2 Million Strategic Investment by Altius Minerals
CA Market News
4月前
TNR Gold NSR Royalty Update - Ganfeng's Mariana Lithium Completed the First Export of Lithium ChlorideFebruary 23, 2026 9:08 AM
NewsfileVancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 23, 2026) - TNR Gold Corp. (TSXV: TNR) ("TNR", "TNR Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that Litio Minera Argentina S.A., a subsidiary of Ganfeng Lithium ("Ganfeng Lithium") has provided an update on the Mariana Lithium Project in Argentina. TNR holds a 1.5% Net Smelter Return Royalty ("NSR") on the Mariana Lithium Project, of which a 0.15% NSR Royalty is held on behalf of a shareholder.On February 18, 2026, Litio Minera Argentina S.A. stated in its announcement:"From Salta to the World: Ganfeng Lithium Exports Lithium Chloride for the First Time from its Processing Plant in General GüemesMining in Salta added a significant link to its history: The Mariana Project, operated by Litio Minera Argentina S.A., a subsidiary of Ganfeng Lithium, completed its first export of lithium chloride. Customs verification was carried out at the final processing plant itself, located in the industrial park of General Güemes.The shipment was structured in 10 containers, with 24 tons per unit, totaling 240 tons. Consolidation within the plant was a crucial detail: it protected the product from the source, reduced risks during the logistics process, and ensured that the customer receives the lithium chloride in the same condition as when it leaves the final production line.The Mariana Project is one of the first lithium chloride producers in Argentina. The production process begins in the Llullaillaco Salt Flat, where the pre-processing ponds and wells are located, and culminates at the final processing plant in the General Güemes industrial park, from where the export originated.Consolidating the shipment at the source allows for the protection of the product and the customer "from start to finish," ensuring that it arrives in the same condition in which it was prepared. The transport was carried out by train, with support from trucks belonging to Salta-based carriers, reflecting a commitment to the regional economy and local suppliers.Customs' authorization to verify the shipment at the plant itself was described as a gesture of trust and recognition of the project's seriousness.For the sector, this sets a high-value operational precedent with integrated control, quality, and traceability. For the community, this step means more than just a shipment: it is confirmation that Salta can export to the world with its own identity, with a production network that involves local stakeholders, and with a strategic mineral for the global energy transition."TNR Gold Team proudly congratulates the entire Ganfeng Lithium Team and the communities of Argentina on the successful completion of the first shipment of high-purity lithium chloride from the Mariana Lithium Project in Salta Province. This landmark export marks a significant achievement in the project's development and represents another key milestone for TNR Gold as we advance toward becoming a cash-flow-generating royalty company.The shipment, comprising 240 tonnes of lithium chloride dispatched from the General Güemes facility, validates the effectiveness of the extraction technology implemented at the Mariana Project. With Ganfeng Lithium now positioning the product for sale in the market, the project looks to transition from development to full-scale commercial operations.Importantly, current lithium prices in China have shown substantial recovery, with lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) trading in the range of approximately $18,000-$20,000 per tonne (based on recent market data in CNY equivalents converted at prevailing rates). This compares favourably to levels below $10,000 per tonne observed about one year ago, underscoring improved market conditions and the strategic timing of this production ramp-up.The Mariana Project strengthens Ganfeng's presence in Argentina's growing brine-based lithium sector and highlights the potential for sustained value creation.TNR Gold holds a 1.5% NSR royalty on the Mariana Lithium Project (with 0.15% held on behalf of a shareholder), positioning the Company to benefit from this exciting progress.We extend our sincere appreciation to all involved and look forward to continued success at the Mariana Project."We are very pleased that Ganfeng completed the first export of lithium chloride produced from Mariana Lithium in Argentina," stated TNR Gold's Executive Chairman Kirill Klip. "We are looking forward to our first NSR royalty cash flow payments from the Mariana Lithium Project.""We are building the Green Energy Metals Royalty and Gold Company," continued Kirill Klip. "Our business model provides a unique entry point into the creation of supply chains for critical materials like energy metals which are powering the Energy rEVolution, and the gold industry that is providing the ultimate hedge during this part of the economic cycle. Our shareholders are participating in the building of The Green Energy Metals Royalty and Gold Company. In our portfolio, we have a unique combination of assets providing exposure to different parts of the mining cycle, starting with the power of blue-sky discovery and including partnerships with industry leaders like McEwen Inc. Ganfeng Lithium, Lundin Mining and BHP as operators on the projects that could potentially generate royalty cashflows to contribute significant value for our shareholders."ABOUT TNR GOLD CORP. TNR Gold Corp. is working to become the green energy metals royalty and gold company.Our business model provides a unique entry point in the creation of supply chains for critical materials like energy metals that are powering the energy rEVolution, and the gold industry that is providing a hedge for this stage of the economic cycle.Our portfolio provides a unique combination of assets with exposure to multiple aspects of the mining cycle: the power of blue-sky discovery and important partnerships with industry leaders as operators on the projects that will potentially generate royalty cashflows to contribute significant value for our shareholders. Over the past thirty years, TNR, through its lead generator business model, has been successful in generating high-quality global exploration projects. With the Company's expertise, resources and industry network, the potential of the Mariana Lithium Project and Los Azules Copper Project in Argentina, among many others, have been recognized.TNR holds a 1.5% NSR royalty on the Mariana Lithium Project in Argentina, of which 0.15% of such NSR royalty is held on behalf of a shareholder of the Company. Ganfeng Lithium's subsidiary, Litio Minera Argentina ("LMA"), has the right to repurchase 1.0% of the NSR royalty on the Mariana Project, of which 0.9% is the Company's NSR royalty interest. The Company would receive CAN$900,000, and its shareholder would receive CAN$100,000 on the repurchase by LMA, resulting in TNR holding a 0.45% NSR royalty and its shareholder holding a 0.05% NSR royalty. The Mariana Lithium Project is 100% owned by Ganfeng Lithium. The Mariana Lithium Project has been approved by the Argentina provincial government of Salta for an environmental impact report. Ganfeng officially inaugurated Mariana Lithium's start of production at a 20,000 tons-per-annum lithium chloride plant on February 12, 2025.TNR Gold also holds a 0.4% NSR royalty on the Los Azules Copper Project, of which 0.04% of the 0.4% NSR royalty is held on behalf of a shareholder of the Company. The Los Azules Copper Project is being developed by McEwen Inc. TNR also holds a 7% NPR on the Batidero I and II properties of the Josemaria Project that is being developed by the joint-venture between Lundin Mining and BHP.TNR provides significant exposure to gold through its 90% holding in the Shotgun Gold porphyry project in Alaska. The project is located in Southwestern Alaska near the Donlin Gold project, which is being developed by Barrick Gold and Novagold Resources. The Company's strategy with the Shotgun Gold Project is to attract a joint venture partnership with a major gold mining company. The Company is actively introducing the project to interested parties.At its core, TNR provides a wide scope of exposure to gold, copper, silver and lithium through its holdings in Alaska (the Shotgun Gold porphyry project) and royalty holdings in Argentina (the Mariana Lithium project, the Los Azules Copper Project and the Batidero I & II properties of the Josemaria Project), and is committed to the continued generation of in-demand projects, while diversifying its markets and building shareholder value.On behalf of the Board of Directors,Kirill Klip
Executive Chairmanwww.tnrgoldcorp.comFor further information concerning this news release please contact Kirill Klip +1 604-229-8129Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking InformationExcept for statements of historical fact, this news release contains certain "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities law. Forward-looking information is frequently characterized by words such as "plan", "expect", "project", "intend", "believe", "anticipate", "estimate", "will", "could" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may" or "could" occur, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Specifically, forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements made in relation to: TNR's corporate objectives and future potential transactions being considered by the Special Committee and the Board, and the benefit that TNR's shareholders may derive from same; TNR's future receipt of cash flows from its royalty holdings and the subsequent contribution of significant value to its shareholders; the possible growth of TNR's value; timing for its 2026 AGM; future revenue and increased valuations of TNR's royalty holdings caused by potential strategic alliances with major mining companies and investment institutions; the use of potential future cash flows to fund a normal course issuer bid; the potential spin-out of the Shotgun Gold Project; future investment of substantial capital in the development of the Shotgun Gold Project by a potential partner of TNR; the future potential of the Kuskokwim Gold Belt in southwestern Alaska; the possible benefits that may accrue to the Los Azules copper project; the potential acceleration of the Los Azules project's potential due to Rio Tinto's involvement in the project; and the potential benefits caused by delivering 'green copper' to Argentina and the world. Such forward-looking information is based on a number of assumptions and subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those discussed in the sections entitled "Risks" and "Forward-Looking Statements" in the Company's interim and annual Management's Discussion and Analysis which are available under the Company's SEDAR+ profile on www.sedarplus.ca. While management believes that the assumptions made and reflected in this news release are reasonable, should one or more of the risks, uncertainties or other factors materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking information. In particular, there can be no assurance that: TNR will enter into one or more strategic transactions, partnership or a spin-out, or be able to complete any further royalty acquisitions or sales of royalty interests, or portions thereof; debt or equity financings will be available to TNR; or that TNR will be able to achieve any of its corporate objectives. TNR relies on the confirmation of its ownership for mining claims from the appropriate government agencies when paying rental payments for such mining claims requested by these agencies. There could be a risk in the future of the changing internal policies of such government agencies or risk related to the third parties, in future, challenging the ownership of such mining claims. Given these uncertainties, readers are cautioned that forward-looking statements included herein are not guarantees of future performance, and such forward-looking statements should not be unduly relied on.In formulating the forward-looking statements contained herein, management has assumed that business and economic conditions affecting TNR, and its royalty partners, McEwen Inc., Ganfeng Lithium and Lundin Mining will continue substantially in the ordinary course, including without limitation with respect to general industry conditions, general levels of economic activity and regulations. These assumptions, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect.Forward-looking information herein and all subsequent written and oral forward-looking information are based on estimates and opinions of management on the dates they are made and are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Except as required by law, the Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking information should circumstances or management's estimates or opinions change.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/284883
Original: TNR Gold NSR Royalty Update - Ganfeng's Mariana Lithium Completed the First Export of Lithium Chloride
CA Market News
4月前
TNR Gold NSR Royalty Update - Ganfeng's Mariana Lithium Officially Commenced ProductionFebruary 23, 2026 8:30 AM
NewsfileVancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 23, 2026) - TNR Gold Corp. (TSXV: TNR) ("TNR", "TNR Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that Ganfeng Lithium ("Ganfeng") has provided an update on the Mariana Lithium Project in Argentina. TNR holds a 1.5% NSR Royalty on the Mariana Lithium Project, of which a 0.15% NSR Royalty is held on behalf of a shareholder.On February 14, 2025, Ganfeng announced commencement of formal production of the Mariana Lithium salt-lake project in Argentina. Ganfeng stated in its announcement: "A production ceremony for the first phase of the Mariana lithium salt-lake project in Argentina owned by Litio Minera Argentina S.A. (hereinafter referred to as " LMA "), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ganfeng Lithium Group Co., Ltd. was held at the project site on 12 February 2025, which means the formal production of the first phase of the Mariana lithium salt-lake project."Mariana lithium salt-lake project is located in Salta Province, Argentina, with total lithium resources of approximately 8,121,000 tons of LCE currently explored. After the formal production of the first phase of Mariana lithium salt-lake project with an annual production capacity of 20,000 tons of lithium chloride production line, the Company will actively accelerate the ramp-up of the production capacity of the project. With the gradual release of production capacity, the supply and cost structure of the lithium resources of the Company will be further optimized, the Company's profitability will be enhanced, and the Company's core competitiveness in the global market will be continuously improved."The Company will perform the corresponding procedures and obligation of information disclosure according to the subsequent progress of the relevant matters. Investors are advised to invest rationally and pay attention to the investment risks. "Announcement is hereby given."As stated by Gasgoo out of Shanghai:"Ganfeng Lithium has invested in multiple salt lake projects across Argentina, including Cauchari-Olaroz, Mariana, PPG, PG, Incahuasi, and SDLP. Except for Cauchari-Olaroz, the other five projects are all situated in Salta Province."Luo Xiaofeng, head of Ganfeng Lithium's South America operations, highlighted the company's role in strengthening China-Argentina ties: 'Through joint efforts, in September 2024, we facilitated the signing of a letter of intent for a sister-province relationship between Jiangxi Province, China, and Salta Province, as well as a sister-city agreement between Xinyu City and Salta City.' These agreements mark a new phase in bilateral cooperation and set a model for China-Argentina industrial collaboration."Currently, Ganfeng Argentina is preparing to submit RIGI applications for the Mariana, PPG, and Cauchari-Olaroz projects. RIGI, introduced by the Argentine government in 2024, is a large-scale investment incentive program offering tax, foreign exchange, and import-export policy benefits to enterprises, further deepening Ganfeng Lithium's cooperation with Argentina."Over the years, Ganfeng Lithium has steadily expanded its investments in Argentina, not only in equity, project construction, and equipment procurement but also in community development. The company has provided free medical equipment, education programs, and essential supplies, significantly improving local living conditions."The launch of the Mariana project injects new momentum into Salta's economy and mining sector. Salta Governor Gustavo Sáenz emphasized the project's importance, stating, "Mariana is one of the most significant projects in our province. Its development has not only driven economic growth but has also created over 11,600 and jobs both directly and indirectly, bringing transformative change to the region's mining industry.""Alongside economic contributions, Ganfeng Lithium remains committed to environmental sustainability. To conserve local water resources, the Mariana project utilizes non-potable water sources with excessive heavy metal content and implements water recycling systems. Despite the project's remote high-altitude location and limited infrastructure, Ganfeng Lithium has built a 120MW photovoltaic power station and a 288MWh energy storage system equipped with its in-house developed battery technology. This ensures that the Mariana project operates entirely on renewable energy with uninterrupted 24-hour power supply."Additionally, to protect local wildlife such as flamingos and alpacas, Ganfeng Lithium has established 19 ecological conservation zones around the Mariana project. The company collaborates with local research institutions and biologists to monitor water quality and vegetation changes in real-time, publishing regular environmental reports to promote harmonious coexistence between industry and nature."Ganfeng Lithium made its first investment in Argentina's salt lake projects in 2011. Over the past 14 years, the company has steadily expanded its local footprint, advancing exploration and construction while fostering strong ties with local communities and governments.""We are building the green energy metals royalty and gold company and now we are graduating to the cash flow generating royalty company", commented Kirill Klip, Executive Chairman of TNR Gold. "Our business model provides a unique entry point in the creation of supply chains for critical materials like energy metals that are powering the energy rEVolution, and the gold industry that is providing a hedge for this stage of the economic cycle."Our portfolio provides a unique combination of assets with exposure to multiple aspects of the mining cycle; the potential of blue-sky discovery at Shotgun Gold Project, and important partnerships with industry leaders Like Ganfeng Lithium, McEwen Mining, Lundin Mining and BHP as operators on the projects that have the potential to generate royalty cashflows that will contribute significant value for the Company."We repaid our investment loan in full, and our Company has no debt. We believe that the recent market prices of our shares do not properly reflect the underlying value of the shares. Our transformation from the project generation junior mining company into the cash flow generating royalty company will bring the necessary catalyst for the market valuation of our assets."We are very pleased that Ganfeng officially inaugurated the Mariana Lithium's start of production at a 20,000 tons-per-annum lithium chloride plant on February 12, 2025. We are looking forward to our first NSR royalty cash flow payments from the Mariana Lithium Project."TNR does not have to contribute any capital for the development of the Mariana Lithium Project, the Los Azules Copper Project or the Josemaria Project. The essence of our business model is to have industry leaders like Ganfeng Lithium as operators on the projects that will potentially generate royalty cashflows to contribute significant value for our shareholders."ABOUT TNR GOLD CORP. TNR Gold Corp. is working to become the green energy metals royalty and gold company.Our business model provides a unique entry point in the creation of supply chains for critical materials like energy metals that are powering the energy rEVolution, and the gold industry that is providing a hedge for this stage of the economic cycle.Our portfolio provides a unique combination of assets with exposure to multiple aspects of the mining cycle: the power of blue-sky discovery and important partnerships with industry leaders as operators on the projects that have the potential to generate royalty cashflows that will contribute significant value for our shareholders. Over the past twenty-nine years, TNR, through its lead generator business model, has been successful in generating high-quality global exploration projects. With the Company's expertise, resources and industry network, the potential of the Mariana Lithium Project and Los Azules Copper Project in Argentina among many others have been recognized.TNR holds a 1.5% NSR Royalty on the Mariana Lithium Project in Argentina, of which 0.15% NSR royalty is held on behalf of a shareholder. Ganfeng Lithium's subsidiary, Litio Minera Argentina ("LMA"), has the right to repurchase 1.0% of the NSR royalty on the Mariana Project, of which 0.9% is the Company's NSR Royalty interest. The Company would receive CAN$900,000 and its shareholder would receive CAN$100,000 on the repurchase by LMA, resulting in TNR holding a 0.45% NSR royalty and its shareholder holding a 0.05% NSR royalty. The Mariana Lithium Project is 100% owned by Ganfeng Lithium. The Mariana Lithium Project has been approved by the Argentina provincial government of Salta for an environmental impact report. Ganfeng officially inaugurated Mariana Lithium's start of production at a 20,000 tons-per-annum lithium chloride plant on February 12, 2025.TNR Gold also holds a 0.4% NSR Royalty on the Los Azules Copper Project, of which 0.04% of the 0.4% NSR royalty is held on behalf of a shareholder. The Los Azules Copper Project is being developed by McEwen Mining. TNR also holds a 7% net profits royalty holding on the Batidero I and II properties of the Josemaria Project that is being developed by the joint-venture between Lundin Mining and BHP.TNR provides significant exposure to gold through its 90% holding in the Shotgun Gold porphyry project in Alaska. The project is located in Southwestern Alaska near the Donlin Gold project, which is being developed by Barrick Gold and Novagold Resources. The Company's strategy with the Shotgun Gold Project is to attract a joint venture partnership with a major gold mining company. The Company is actively introducing the project to interested parties.At its core, TNR provides a wide scope of exposure to gold, copper, silver and lithium through its holdings in Alaska (the Shotgun Gold porphyry project) and royalty holdings in Argentina (the Mariana Lithium project, the Los Azules Copper Project and the Batidero I & II properties of the Josemaria Project), and is committed to the continued generation of in-demand projects, while diversifying its markets and building shareholder value.On behalf of the Board of Directors,Kirill Klip
Executive Chairmanwww.tnrgoldcorp.comFor further information concerning this news release please contact Kirill Klip +1 604-229-8129.Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking InformationExcept for statements of historical fact, this news release contains certain "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities law. Forward-looking information is frequently characterized by words such as "plan", "expect", "project", "intend", "believe", "anticipate", "estimate", "will", "could" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may" or "could" occur, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Specifically, forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements made in relation to: TNR's corporate objectives, and future potential transactions being considered by the Special Committee and the Board. Such forward-looking information is based on a number of assumptions and subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those discussed in the sections entitled "Risks" and "Forward-Looking Statements" in the Company's interim and annual Management's Discussion and Analysis which are available under the Company's SEDAR+ profile on www.sedarplus.ca. While management believes that the assumptions made and reflected in this news release are reasonable, should one or more of the risks, uncertainties or other factors materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking information. In particular, there can be no assurance that: TNR will enter into one or more strategic transactions, partnership or a spin-out, or be able to complete any further royalty acquisitions or sales of royalty interests, or portions thereof; debt or equity financings will be available to TNR; or that TNR will be able to achieve any of its corporate objectives. TNR relies on the confirmation of its ownership for mining claims from the appropriate government agencies when paying rental payments for such mining claims requested by these agencies. There could be a risk in the future of the changing internal policies of such government agencies or risk related to the third parties, in future, challenging the ownership of such mining claims. Given these uncertainties, readers are cautioned that forward-looking statements included herein are not guarantees of future performance, and such forward-looking statements should not be unduly relied on.In formulating the forward-looking statements contained herein, management has assumed that business and economic conditions affecting TNR and its royalty partners, McEwen Mining Inc., Ganfeng Lithium and Lundin Mining will continue substantially in the ordinary course, including without limitation with respect to general industry conditions, general levels of economic activity and regulations. These assumptions, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect.Forward-looking information herein and all subsequent written and oral forward-looking information are based on estimates and opinions of management on the dates they are made and are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Except as required by law, the Company assumes no obligation to update forward-looking information should circumstances or management's estimates or opinions change.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/284829
Original: TNR Gold NSR Royalty Update - Ganfeng's Mariana Lithium Officially Commenced Production
JonnyRBuck12
4年前
TNR Gold closes first tranche of private placement
2022-05-19 16:11 ET - News Release
Mr. Kirill Klip reports
TNR GOLD ANNOUNCES CLOSE OF NON-BROKERED PRIVATE PLACEMENT FIRST TRANCHE
TNR Gold Corp. has closed the first tranche of the non-brokered private placement of up to five million units announced on April 4, 2022. On closing, the company issued 1.25 million units at five cents per unit for proceeds of $62,500. Each unit consists of one common share of the company and one-half of a non-transferable common share purchase warrant, with each whole warrant exercisable into one common share of the company at an exercise price of 7.5 cents per share for two years from the date of issue. Closing of the final tranche of the private placement will be completed prior to June 3, 2022.
The proceeds of the private placement will be used for exploration, maintenance of the Shotgun Gold project and for general working capital purposes.
All private placement securities will be restricted from trading for a period of four months plus one day from the date of closing.
On closing, the company paid a cash finder's fee of 5 per cent of the gross proceeds sourced by the finder.
Kirill Klip, executive chairman of the company, a non-arm's-length party, participated in this private placement. The issuance of private placement securities to a non-arm's-length party constitutes related-party transactions under Multilateral Instrument 61-101 -- Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (MI 61-101). Because the company's shares trade only on the TSX Venture Exchange, the issuance of securities is exempt from the formal valuation requirements of Section 5.4 of MI 61-101 pursuant to Subsection 5.5(b) of MI 61-101 and exempt from the minority approval requirements of Section 5.6 of MI 61-101 pursuant to Section 5.7(b). The company did not file a material change report 21 days prior to the closing of the private placement as the details of the participation of insiders of the company had not been confirmed at that time.
About TNR Gold Corp.
TNR Gold is working to become the green energy metals royalty and gold company.
Over the past 26 years, TNR, through its lead generator business model, has been successful in generating high-quality exploration projects around the globe. With the company's expertise, resources and industry network, it identified the potential of the Los Azules copper project in Argentina, which is being developed by McEwen Mining Inc. now. TNR Gold holds a 0.4-per-cent net smelter return royalty on the Los Azules copper project, including a 0.04-per-cent NSR held on behalf of a shareholder. TNR retains a 2.0-per-cent NSR royalty on the Mariana lithium project in Argentina with Ganfeng Lithium, including a 0.2-per-cent NSR held on behalf of a shareholder. Ganfeng's subsidiary, Litio Minera Argentina, has a right to repurchase 1.0 per cent of the NSR royalty on the Mariana project, of which 0.9 per cent relates to the company's NSR royalty interest. The company would receive $900,000 on the completion of the repurchase. The project is currently being advanced by Ganfeng Lithium International Co. Ltd.
TNR also holds a 7-per-cent NPR (net profits royalty) holding on the Batidero I and II properties of the Josemaria project, which is being developed by Lundin Mining. Lundin Mining is part of the Lundin Group, a portfolio of companies producing a variety of commodities in several countries worldwide.
TNR provides significant exposure to gold through its 90-per-cent holding in the Shotgun gold porphyry project in Alaska. The project is located in southwestern Alaska near the Donlin gold project, which is being developed by Barrick Gold and Novagold Resources Inc. The company's strategy with Shotgun gold project is to attract a joint venture partnership with one of the gold major mining companies. The company is actively introducing the project to interested parties.
At its core, TNR provides a wide scope of exposure to gold, copper, silver and lithium through its holdings in Alaska (the Shotgun gold porphyry project) and Argentina (the Los Azules copper and the Mariana lithium projects), and is committed to the continued generation of in-demand projects, while diversifying its markets and building shareholder value.
We seek Safe Harbor.
JonnyRBuck12
4年前
TNR royalty property Batidero acquired by Lundin
2022-04-28 15:39 ET - News Release
Mr. Kirill Klip reports
TNR GOLD UPDATE ON BATIDERO I AND II PROPERTY ROYALTIES OF LUNDIN MINING'S JOSEMARIA COPPER-GOLD PROJECT
Lundin Mining Corp. has completed a plan of arrangement pursuant to which Lundin acquired all of the issued and outstanding shares of Josemaria Resources Inc., and Josemaria Resources became a subsidiary of Lundin. TNR Gold Corp. holds a 7-per-cent net profit interest royalty (NPR) on the Batidero I and II properties of the Josemaria copper-gold project located in San Juan, Argentina, that is owned by Josemaria Resources.
In its news release dated April 28, 2022, Lundin stated:
"The addition of the Josemaria project to Lundin Mining's portfolio solidifies our position as a leading base metals producer with high-quality copper exposure and significant growth. We look forward to building upon the excellent reputation of Josemaria Resources in San Juan and Argentina," said Peter Rockandel, Lundin Mining President and CEO, "We are excited to lead the project through the remaining stages of development and into production to create significant value for all stakeholders."
Josemaria Project Update
As announced by Josemaria Resources on April 11, 2022, the Mining Authority of San Juan, Argentina has approved the Environmental Social Impact Assessment for the Josemaria Project, marking a significant milestone in the project's permitting process. Lundin Mining and the Josemaria project team are working with the national and provincial authorities to progress the project through the next stages of development. Discussions regarding commercial agreements and securing of additional sectoral permits are ongoing and anticipated later this year prior to a definitive construction decision.
The Josemaria project is progressing through basic engineering with procurement of long-lead equipment, including securing key items of crushing and processing. Study work is ongoing, including updating of cost estimates to be reflective of current conditions and evaluation of potential scope changes compared to plans envisaged in the Josemaria Resources 2020 Feasibility Study ("NI 43-101 Technical Report, Feasibility Study for the Josemaria Copper-Gold Project, San Juan Province, Argentina" dated November 5, 2020 (the "Josemaria Resources 2020 Feasibility Study")). Lundin Mining aims to complete an updated Technical Report for the project in the fourth quarter of 2022. While this work has not yet concluded, the Company expects the initial capital expenditure estimate of the project to be greater than $4 billion. Effective post-closing, the Company intends to spend up to $300 million to advance the project ahead of a construction decision in the second half of 2022, including engineering, commitments for long lead items, preconstruction activities and drilling. As part of the updated Technical Report, Lundin Mining plans to complete new Mineral Reserve and Resource estimates. Approximately 20,600 meters of drilling have been completed on the project since the most recent 2020 Josemaria Resources mineral estimates and 35,000 meters of additional drilling are planned to be completed ahead of the new estimates.
About Lundin Mining
Lundin Mining is a diversified Canadian base metals mining company with operations and projects in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Portugal, Sweden and the United States of America, primarily producing copper, zinc, gold and nickel."
Kirill Klip, TNR's Chief Executive Officer commented, "Our 7% NPR holding on the Batidero I and II properties of the Josemaria Project held by Lundin Mining represents future growth potential for our royalty portfolio. We are also investigating potential new acquisitions while our main focus remains on the development of the Shotgun Gold Project in Alaska. The essence of our business model is to have industry leaders like Ganfeng Lithium, McEwen Mining and Lundin Group as operators on the projects that will potentially generate royalty cash flows to contribute and develop a significant long-term value for our shareholders."
JonnyRBuck12
4年前
Updated Due Diligence Report:
TNR Gold Corp – TSXV:TNR & OTCQB:TRRXF
Price: $0.06 CDN & $0.05 USD
Common Shares: 189,722,780
Insider Holdings: 57,797,200 or 30.5%
Note: Does not include recent private placements, which the CEO of TNR took majority positions, $271,000 of a possible $300,000.
Website: https://tnrgoldcorp.com/
Recent company video (April 11th 2022):
https://ca.proactiveinvestors.com/companies/news/979427/tnr-gold-says-elon-musk-is-catalyst-for-mariana-lithium-royalty-sale-979427.html
About TNR Gold Corp.
TNR Gold is working to become the green energy metals royalty and gold company.
Over the past 26 years, TNR, through its lead generator business model, has been successful in generating high-quality exploration projects around the globe. With the company's expertise, resources and industry network, it identified the potential of the Los Azules copper project in Argentina and now holds a 0.4-per-cent NSR royalty on the project, which is being developed by McEwen Mining Inc. (TNR holds a 0.04-per-cent NSR royalty on behalf of a shareholder).
In 2009, TNR founded International Lithium Corp., a green energy metals company that was made public through the spinout of TNR's energy metals portfolio in 2011. International Lithium held interests in lithium projects in Argentina, Ireland and Canada.
TNR retains a 2.0-per-cent NSR Royalty on the Mariana lithium project in Argentina with Ganfeng Lithium International Co. Ltd. (TNR holds a 0.2-per-cent NSR royalty on behalf of a shareholder). Ganfeng's subsidiary, Litio Minera Argentina, has a right to repurchase 1.0 per cent of the NSR royalty on the Mariana project, of which 0.9 per cent relates to the company's NSR royalty interest. The company would receive $900,000 on the completion of the repurchase. The project is currently being advanced by Ganfeng Lithium.
TNR also holds a 7-per-cent net profit interest holding on the Batidero I and II properties with Josemaria Resources Inc. Josemaria Resources is part of the Lundin Group, a portfolio of companies producing a variety of commodities in over 20 countries worldwide.
TNR provides significant exposure to gold through its 90-per-cent holding in the Shotgun gold porphyry project in Alaska. The project is located in southwestern Alaska near the Donlin gold project, which is being developed by Barrick Gold and Novagold Resources Inc.
The company's strategy with the Shotgun gold project is to attract a joint venture partnership with one of the gold major mining companies. The company is actively introducing the project to interested parties.
At its core, TNR provides significant exposure to gold, copper, silver and lithium through its holdings in Alaska (the Shotgun gold porphyry project) and Argentina (the Los Azules copper project and the Mariana lithium project) and is committed to the continued generation of in-demand projects while diversifying its markets and building shareholder value.
JD400
9年前
Future Mining Technologies Could Change The Face Of Large Copper projects Like Los Azules
In these two examples you can add Values up to 1500 percent
Everyday Los Azules Becomes More and More Valuable Because of Upcoming Technologies
Will Soon Sell Itself to some major player IMO
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The use of plasma technology can boost the yield of precious metals such as gold, silver and platinum from complex ores by more than 1,000% compared to conventional metallurgical processes.
Toss Plasma Technologies (TPT), a company based in the US, has developed a new radio frequency (RF) plasma technology by which complex ores such as zinc, nickel, copper and lead are heated applying ultra-high temperatures of between 8,000-12,000 degrees Celsius to break down the ore structure and free up the latent precious materials contained therein for recovery and purification using conventional techniques.
In a recent test of the new radio frequency plasma technology conducted by the company on Myanmar tungsten ore samples, the amount of gold yielded was about 1,500% more than what could be recovered through traditional methods.
Plasma technology
Copper-eating bacteria
Mining companies normally either dispose tailings as waste or use them as substitutes for other chemical processes although some mineral content, uneconomical to recover, is still left in the tailings. However, increasingly rare minerals such as copper are highly valued and mineral recovery from tailings could become economically viable in the future. Brazilian mining company Vale is developing a promising innovative technology in collaboration with the University of São Paulo to recover copper mineral from the tailings using micro-organisms, which if extended to other minerals, would transform the handling of tailings and boost mineral production. The path breaking technology would be immensely helpful in the production of rare minerals such as copper, whose pure form occurs in just 1% per tonne of ore extracted.
Vale deposits tailings waste from its Sossego copper mine in Northern Brazil at a nearby lake. The tailings disposal facility is estimated to contain approximately 90 million tonnes of waste containing 0.07% of copper which, if recovered, can provide additional revenue for the company. Recovering mineral from the residual waste will also help fund part of the waste treatment expenses.
The R$15m ($6.6m) research project, in which Vale's investment amounts to R$3m ($1.3m), has identified 35 bacteria from the tailings dam near Sossego. The bacteria are being studied in order to discover the right micro-organism which would be suitable for eating the copper present in the tailings. The copper will be extracted from the bacteria and will be reprocessed before sale.
Ten technologies with the power to transform mining
The Internet of Things, robotics and plasma are transforming mining into a safer and more productive industry. Mining-technology.com picks ten technologies with the potential to transform mining.
http://www.mining-technology.com/features/featureten-technologies-with-the-power-to-transform-mining-4211240/
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Preliminary Economic Assessment for Los Azules
In September 2017 McEwen Mining announced the results of an updated Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA). Using the assumptions of $3.00/lb copper, $1,300/oz gold, and $17/oz silver, the Los Azules project generates a robust $2.2 billion After-Tax Net Present Value (NPV) (discounted at 8%) and 20.1% After-Tax Internal Rate of Return (IRR). The results of the 2017 PEA demonstrate that Los Azules is a robust, high margin, rapid pay-back, and long-life open pit mine at current copper, gold and silver prices.
Estimate of Mineral Resources for Los Azules
The PEA also includes an updated resource estimate, which incorporates the results of the 2016-2017 drilling program. The copper resource contains 10.2 billion pounds Indicated and 19.3 billion pounds Inferred. Other resources are presented in the table below.
http://mcewen.q4web.com/Operations/Los-Azules-Exploration/default.aspx
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JD400
9年前
Vancouver B.C. August 28, 2017: TNR Gold Corp. (TSX-V: TNR) (“TNR” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce an update of activities and vision for the coming months.
Last year we began taking measures to improve our balance sheet and maintain TNR’s portfolio of assets. Senior management and directors accepted a 40% cut of debt owed to them from the Company and a more than a 50% reduction in management fees. Certain debts to former management were settled with TNR’s shareholdings in International Lithium Corp., issued at $0.20 cents per share, higher than the market price at the time of issue.
In order to conserve cash and prevent shareholder dilution at the currently undervalued share price, management and directors have agreed to forego their fees until there is improvement in the market performance and financial condition of the Company. In particular, management is focused on preserving the Company’s assets while carefully managing the Company’s liquidity and disposing the absolute minimum of any of our liquid assets.
Management and the Board’s belief is that an era of “Energy rEVolution” has begun, and the electrification of transportation coupled with a global push for carbon-neutral energy supplies will lead to a demand for energy metals like lithium and copper. Our company is well positioned to participate in this market trend and with that, TNR is working towards becoming a green energy metals royalty company.
TNR now has a talented dedicated team to build our portfolio of assets in order to capitalize on the current investment trends. Increasing electrification of transportation and the energy sectors are expected to boost the demand for critical commodities and energy metals. Our assets allow us to participate in these opportunities and build the Company for the benefit of all stakeholders.
Los Azules Copper Project Royalty
TNR, through its lead generator business model, has been successful in generating high quality exploration projects in the Americas and Europe. Utilizing management’s expertise, the Company resources and industry network, TNR identified the project portfolio of International Lithium Corp. (TSXV: ILC) and identified the potential of the Los Azules copper project in Argentina at an early stage of exploration. TNR now holds a 0.36% NSR royalty on the Los Azules prospect.
In a news release dated May 15, 2013 in relation to the Los Azules copper project in San Juan Province, Argentina. McEwen Mining Inc. summarizes an updated resource estimate completed on the property. In its press release, McEwen Mining reports an indicated resource estimate of 389,000,000 tonnes with 0.63% copper and an inferred resource of 1,397,000,000 tonnes at 0.46% copper at a cutoff grade of 0.35% copper. Details regarding the manner in which the resource estimate was calculated are available under the profile of McEwen Mining at SEDAR http://www.sedar.com. Further details on the project and the work performed on it can be found in the technical report titled, “Los Azules Porphyry Copper Project, San Juan Province, Argentina” dated August 1, 2012, prepared by D. Ernest Winkler, P.Eng., Robert Sim, P.Geo., Bruce Davis, PhD, FAusIMM and James K. Duff, P.Geo., and press releases issued by McEwen Mining, which can be found on SEDAR.
McEwen Mining’s press releases and website material appear to be prepared by Qualified Persons and the procedures, methodology and key assumptions disclosed therein are those adopted and consistently applied in the mining industry, but no Qualified Person engaged by TNR Gold Corp. has done sufficient work to analyze, interpret, classify or verify McEwen Mining’s information to determine the current mineral reserve or resource or other information referred to in their press releases. Accordingly, the reader is cautioned in placing any reliance on the disclosures therein.
In a news release dated May 4, 2017, McEwen Mining (“MM”) further reported on Los Azules; “We spent $6.3 million at the Los Azules project on a combination of infill and exploration drilling, significant advances were made in determining the best logistics, power and infrastructure options and further economic and engineering modeling of the production. Results from the drilling campaign are expected to be finalized during the second half of 2017.” Another MM News release dated August 2, 2017, reported, “During Q2 2017 we spent $0.8 million at the Los Azules project, primarily on finalizing the 2017 drilling campaign initiated in Q1. We are currently preparing a new Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA), which is expected in the third quarter of 2017.”
Argentina business is expanding with its newly elected administration creating policies that are favorable for foreign investment and resource development. Rising copper prices are also helping to drive renewed interest in copper projects like Los Azules.
TNR’s strategy with the Los Azules royalty holdings is to attract a strong financial partner and sell a portion of the NSR to eliminate the long-term debt of the Company.
During the first part of this year TNR created a new marketing strategy, updated its website and enhanced marketing materials. The project has been presented to the industry’s community, attracting increased interest in Los Azules as TNR works towards forming a strong partnership through a staged transaction connected to the milestones achieved by the Los Azules copper project.
Mariana Lithium Project Royalty
TNR holds a significant shareholding interest (15%) in International Lithium Corp. (“ILC”), a green energy metals company that was created through the spinout of TNR’s energy metals portfolio in 2011. ILC holds interests in lithium projects in Argentina, Ireland and Canada.
TNR retains a 1.8% NSR royalty on the Mariana lithium property in Argentina. ILC has a right to repurchase 1.0% of the NSR. On exercise of the repurchase right, TNR would receive $900,000. The project is being advanced in a joint venture between ILC and Ganfeng Lithium Co. Ltd., a leading lithium product manufacturer seeking to secure its raw materials supply.
Shotgun Gold project
TNR provides significant exposure to gold through its 90% holding in the Shotgun gold porphyry project in Alaska. The project is located in South-Western Alaska near the Donlin Gold project. Alaska’s attractiveness is rising according to the investment index of the Fraser institute’s “Annual Survey of Mining Companies”.
TNR published a resource estimate on the Shotgun in 2013. TNR reported an inferred resource of 20,734,313 tonnes at 1.06 grams per tonne (“g/t”) gold for a total of 705,960 ounces gold (“Au”) using a 0.5 g/t Au cut-off grade (news release issued on April 22, 2013 and technical report titled, “Technical Report on the Shotgun Gold Project”, dated May 27, 2013 and filed on SEDAR).
The Company’s strategy with Shogun is to attract investment on a private equity basis to advance the project. Once the project has demonstrated increased potential for advanced exploration activities the aim is to identify a joint venture with one of the gold major mining companies. The Company is actively introducing the project to interested parties.
Afzaal Pirzada, Geological Consultant of the Company, and a “Qualified Person” for the purposes of National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed and approved the scientific and technical information contained in this news release.
ABOUT TNR GOLD Corp.
TNR Gold Corp. is working to become an energy metals royalty company. Over the past twenty-two years, TNR, through its lead generator business model, has been successful in generating high quality exploration projects around the globe. With the Company’s expertise, resources and industry network, it identified the potential of the Los Azules copper project in Argentina and now holds a 0.36% NSR on the prospect.
TNR is also a major shareholder of International Lithium Corp. (“ILC”), with current holdings of approximately 15% of the outstanding shares of ILC. ILC holds interests in lithium projects in Argentina, Ireland and Canada.
TNR retains a 1.8% NSR on the Mariana property in Argentina. ILC maintains a right to repurchase 1.0% of the NSR on the Mariana property of which 0.9% relates to the Company’s NSR interest. The Company would receive $900,000 on execution of the repurchase. The project is currently being advanced in a joint venture between ILC and Ganfeng Lithium International Co. Ltd.
At its core, TNR provides significant exposure to gold and copper through its holdings in Alaska (the Shotgun gold porphyry project) and Argentina, and is committed to continued generation of in-demand projects, while diversifying its markets and building shareholder value.
On behalf of the Board of Directors,
Kirill Klip
Executive Chairman
www.tnrgoldcorp.com
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JD400
13年前
TNR Gold Extends Bridge Loan Financing To January 1, 2014
Vancouver BC, June 28, 2013: TNR Gold Corp. (The "Company" or "TNR") has arranged to extend the $1-million bridge loan, from one of its current shareholders, from July 1, 2013 to January 1, 2014. The loan bears interest at 8 percent per year and is secured by a promissory note, general security agreement and deed of trust over the company's mining claims located in Alaska.
ABOUT TNR GOLD CORP www.tnrgoldcorp.com
Over the past twenty-one years TNR, through its lead generator business model, has been successful in generating high quality exploration projects around the globe. With the Company's expertise, resources and industry network, it is well positioned to aggressively identify, source, explore, partner and continue to expand its project portfolio.
On April 22, 2013 TNR Gold reported an inferred mineral resource at the Shotgun Gold project in Alaska containing 20,734,313 tonnes at 1.06 grams per tonne ("g/t") gold for a total of 705,960 ounces gold ("Au") using a 0.5 g/t Au cut-off (see news release dated 22 April 2013).
TNR is also a major shareholder of International Lithium Corp. (TSX:ILC.V) ("ILC"), a company created by TNR to advance its internationally acquired lithium prospects. TNR currently holds about 25.5% of the outstanding shares of ILC.
At its core, TNR provides significant exposure to gold and copper through its holdings in Alaska and Argentina and is committed to continued generation of in-demand projects, while diversifying its markets and building shareholder value.
John Harrop, PGeo, FGS, and Vice President, Exploration of the Company is a "Qualified Person" as defined under NI 43-101 and has reviewed and approved the technical content of this news release.
For further details please see our website at http://www.tnrgoldcorp.com/s/NewsReleases.asp
JD400
13年前
Argentina Drops Bomb On Los Azules
Argentina Province Slaps Hefty Tax on Embattled Mining Companies
--Santa Cruz Province imposes new 1% tax on mine reserves
--Companies vow to challenge the duty in court
--Industry struggling due to low metals prices, soaring costs and government regulations
By Shane Romig
BUENOS AIRES--Mining companies in Argentina'sSanta Cruz province are gearing up for a courtroom clash after the local legislature passed a steep tax hike that the companies say threatens the industry's viability.
Last week, the Santa Cruz congress passed a bill slapping a 1% annual tax on mine resources in the province as the local government struggles with a wide spending deficit.
While the percentage seems small, it will cost mining companies in the province $100 million in new taxes next year, said an executive from one of the province's leading mines who requested anonymity. In effect, the tax amounts to about 8% of the total resources of a mine with a 15-year life, considering that it must be paid annually, he said.
Companies must pay the percentage on proven reserves regardless of sales or output, posing another challenge to startups that may be sitting on a mountain of gold, but have yet to start production.
As soon as the law is formally implemented, mining companies will be heading to court to challenge its constitutionality, the executive said.
Companies argue that the tax clashes with an article in Argentina's constitution that grants mining projects 30 years of fiscal stability. The tax law also signals to investors that provincial governments won't shy away from changing the rules to plug budget deficits.
Companies with operations in Santa Cruz include AngloGold Ashanti Ltd. (AU, ANG.JO), McEwen Mining Inc. (MUX, MUX.T), Hochschild Mining PLC (HOC.LN), Mirasol Resources Ltd. (MRZLF, MRZ.V), Minera IRL Ltd. (MIRL.LN, IRL.T), Goldcorp Inc. ( GG ) and Pan American Silver Corp. (PAAS, PAA.T).
Even though mining companies plan to challenge the tax, "the biggest damage will be irreparable, causing the rejection of Santa Cruz as a destination for international investment," the Santa Cruz and nationwide mining chambers said in a joint statement.
"It condemns functioning projects, those in construction and will completely stall exploration," according to the chambers.
Higher taxes that strain the bottom line are a "significant concern," especially with global mineral prices in a slump, said Andrew Elinesky, vice president of McEwen Mining, in a recent interview.
The new tax comes at a time when some mining companies in Argentina are already scrambling for the exit. Low metal prices, soaring costs, capital controls and the absence of consistent rule of law have taken the shine off of projects that aim to develop the Andean country's vast, untapped mineral wealth.
In December, Pan American Silver Corp. shelved work on its Navidad silver mine in Chubut Province, saying inflation and proposed tax increases would make the project inviable.
Brazil'sVale SA ( VALE ) recently stopped work on its Rio Colorado potash mine in Mendoza Province after already spending $2.23 billion.
Mining exploration, as measured by both investment and drilling, plunged 50% on the year in 2012 and is likely to slump an additional 20% this year, Julio Rios Gomez, president of mining exploration chamber Gemera, said in a recent interview.
Economists said annual inflation has been at or above 20% for the past three years. Wages alone rose almost 24% on the year in April, according to the government.
Government limits on the repatriation of dividends and profits, which aim to stem capital flight, have added a further sting. McEwen Mining Inc. recently cut its forecasts for production growth at its El Gallo gold mine in Mexico, citing lower metal prices and higher borrowing costs.
The company had hoped to finance construction by using its profits from Argentina, but it hit a wall when Argentina's government stopped allowing companies to send dividends home.
Legal uncertainty also looms large in investors' minds.
Last year, President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner nationalized Argentina's top oil company, YPF SA (YPF, YPFD.BA), without offering compensation to its former controlling shareholder.
More recently, the Kirchner-controlled Congress passed controversial legislation that severely limits the ability of judges to issue injunctions against government acts. Those injunctions are often the only legal protection that mining companies have when appealing adverse court rulings.
Write to Shane Romig at shane.romig@dowjones.com
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JD400
13年前
TNR MUX " Selling Los Azules has effectively been eliminated. As a result, Los Azules has been removed from the sale process, which began in January. Los Azules is a significant copper deposit that we believe will command a better price in the future"
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McEwen Mining Inc.: Lower Metal Prices and Higher Cost of Capital Drives Decision to Reduce Forecast Production Growth from 290,000 to 225,000 Gold Equivalent Oz in 2016
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McEwen Mining Inc.: Lower Metal Prices and Higher Cost of Capital Drives Decision to Reduce Forecast Production Growth from 290,000 to 225,000 Gold Equivalent Oz in 2016
Capital Requirements Now Significantly Reduced; Los Azules Sale Deferred
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwired - June 10, 2013) - McEwen Mining Inc. (NYSE:MUX)(TSX:MUX) announces a reduction to its forecasted production growth from 290,000 to 225,000 gold equivalent oz in 2016. Consequently, our capital requirements have been significantly reduced to a point that our cash reserves and cash flow from operations could be sufficient to fund the majority of our revised production growth.
How we have changed our production growth:
El Gallo 1 is being expanded for an estimated capex of $5 million with an expectation of producing 75,000 oz gold in 2016; we expect Gold Bar to be permitted in late 2014/early 2015, built in 2015 and up and running in 2016 at a rate of 50,000 oz gold per year; and our 49% owned San José contributing 100,000 oz gold equivalent for total Company production of 225,000 oz gold equivalent in 2016.
We have begun to re-evaluate El Gallo 2 as a heap leach operation rather than a conventional milling situation. Preliminary column testing results on ore recovery are encouraging and if further test work and bulk sampling are conclusive, then El Gallo 2 will be developed as a heap leach operation. The resultant capital cost reduction for El Gallo 2 would be considerable, from an estimated $180 million for a milling process, to $20-$30 million for a heap leach. The impact on IRR is dramatic because we would use less than 20% of the original capital to generate 60% of former forecasted production.
If the El Gallo 2 heap leach process works, then its projected production could add an additional 60,000 gold equivalent oz, and thus increase total Company production to 285,000 in 2016. This revised total production number would be very close to our original forecast of 290,000 oz in 2015. The metallurgical testing of El Gallo 2 ore should be completed by the 4(th) Quarter of this year and should coincide with the expected receipt of our permits to mine from the Mexican government.
As a result of our lower capital requirements, the rationale for selling Los Azules has effectively been eliminated. As a result, Los Azules has been removed from the sale process, which began in January. Los Azules is a significant copper deposit that we believe will command a better price in the future.
"Lower gold and silver prices have reduced our cash flow and the projected IRRs on our development projects and increased the cost of capital. As a consequence, we had to re-assess our development plans and look at alternatives to avoid excessive dilution at current market prices. Fortunately, we have developed alternatives that our cash reserves and cash flow from operations would allow us to develop and fund largely from internal sources with limited use of very expensive outside capital. Another very positive aspect of this alternative course is the potential for a significant increase in the IRR of El Gallo 2. Clearly, adversity is the mother of invention," said Rob McEwen, Chairman & Chief Owner.
About McEwen Mining (www.mcewenmining.com)
The goal of McEwen Mining is to qualify for inclusion in the S&P 500 by creating a profitable, mid-tier gold producer focused in the Americas. McEwen Mining's principal assets consist of the San José Mine in Santa Cruz, Argentina (49% interest); the El Gallo Complex in Sinaloa, Mexico; the Gold Bar Project in Nevada, US and the Los Azules Project in San Juan, Argentina.
McEwen Mining has 297 million shares issued and outstanding. Rob McEwen, Chairman, President and Chief Owner, owns 25% of the shares of the Company (assuming all outstanding Exchangeable Shares are exchanged for an equivalent amount of Common Shares). As of April 30, 2013, McEwen Mining had cash and liquid assets of approximately US$50 million and is debt free.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION AND RISKS
There are significant risks and uncertainty associated with commencing production or changing production plans without a feasibility, pre-feasibility or scoping study. The proposed expansion to El Gallo Phase 1 and the changes to the existing El Gallo 2 production plans have not and may not be explored, developed or analyzed in sufficient detail to complete an independent feasibility or pre-feasibility study and may ultimately be determined to lack one or more geological, engineering, legal, operating, economic, social, environmental, and other relevant factors reasonably required to serve as the basis for a final decision to complete the development of all or part of these projects.
This news release has been reviewed and approved by William Faust, PE, McEwen Mining's Chief Operating Officer, who is a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101. For additional information about El Gallo Phase 2 see the technical report titled "El Gallo Complex Phase II project, NI 43-101 Technical Report Feasibility Study, Mocorito Municipality, Sinaloa, Mexico" with an effective date of September 10, 2012, prepared by M3 Engineering along with a team of associates (the "Phase II Report"). The authors of the Phase 2 Report, Stan Timler - M3 Engineering, Mike Hester - Independent Mining Consultants (Reserves), Dawn Garcia - SRK Consulting (Environmental), Richard Kehmeier and Brian Hartman - Pincock Allen & Holt (El Gallo Deposit Resource), John Read - McEwen Mining consultant (Palmarito Insitu, Historic Waste Dumps and Historic tailings Resource), are each qualified persons and all of whom but John Read are independent of McEwen Mining, each as defined by NI 43-101.
McEwen Mining Inc.
JD400
13年前
TNR Gold Corp. Files Technical Report on Shotgun Gold Project, Alaska
Vancouver B.C., May 30, 2013: TNR Gold Corp. (the "Company" or "TNR") has filed on SEDAR a Technical Report (effective date May 27, 2013) supporting the recently completed resource estimate on the Shotgun Gold project in Alaska. Nicholas Van Wyck, Ph.D. CPG of Sisyphus Consulting, an independent qualified person as defined by NI 43-101, is the primary author of the report with Allan Armitage, Ph.D., P.Geol of Geovector Management, also an independent qualified person, responsible for the resource calculation at Shotgun Ridge, an area of gold mineralization located within the Shotgun Gold project.
TNR reported via a news release dated April 22, 2013 an inferred mineral resource at Shotgun Ridge containing 20,734,313 tonnes with 1.06 grams per tonne ("g/t") gold ("Au") for a total of 705,960 ounces gold using a 0.5 g/t Au cut-off. The mineralization is clearly open at depth with some potential to extend laterally. The inferred mineral resource disclosed in the Technical Report is consistent with the disclosure of the inferred mineral resource announced in TNR's April 22, 2013 news release.
The Company has identified unique geophysical anomalies in magnetics, resistivity and chargeability responses that coincide with the known mineralization and also occurs in areas adjacent to the known mineralization providing several targets for follow-up testing. The report recommends a budget for 8000 metres of drilling, upgraded logistics and camp facilities and additional airborne and ground geophysical surveys. Drilling would focus on testing the newly identified targets and the extents of the known mineralization laterally and at depth.
ABOUT THE SHOTGUN GOLD PROJECT
TNR holds a 100% interest in the Shotgun property located 190 kilometres south of the Donlin Gold Project deposits within the Kuskokwim Gold Belt in southwestern Alaska. This area is emerging as a world-class, multimillion ounce gold district. The Shotgun property includes a number of prospects, including Shotgun Ridge and nearby Winchester. Donlin Gold is an intrusion-associated system and represents one of the largest undeveloped gold deposits in the world. The Company believes that there are several key similarities between prospects on the Shotgun property and that of the Donlin Gold Project deposits as well as other important intrusion-associated deposits width wide.
TNR acquired 100% of the Shotgun Ridge prospect in 2010 following a 50/50 joint venture with Novagold Resources Inc. ("Novagold"). A total of 66 mining claims, each 160 acres, are located over and surrounding the Shotgun Ridge prospect for a total of 10,560 acres (4273.48 hectares).
Ground geophysical surveys conducted in 2011 and 2012 by TNR helped to identify structural controls on mineralization at Shotgun Ridge. Drill testing in 2012 confirmed the structural model of mineralization with two drill holes returning mineralized intervals in excess of 200 metres, SR12-56 returned 242 metres averaging 1.25 g/t gold and SR12-57 returned 209 metres averaging 1.02 g/t gold (news release dated 10 October 2012).
The Company is targeting a large tonnage low-grade porphyry system at Shotgun Ridge. Structural repeats, as interpreted from airborne magnetic data and ground geophysical surveys, provide TNR with encouraging targets for future drill testing.
ABOUT TNR GOLD CORP.
Over the past twenty-one years TNR, through its lead generator business model, has been successful in generating high quality exploration projects around the globe. With the Company's expertise, resources and industry network, it is well positioned to aggressively identify, source, explore, partner and continue to expand its project portfolio.
TNR is also a major shareholder of International Lithium Corp. (TSX:ILC.V) ("ILC"), a company created by TNR to advance its internationally acquired lithium prospects. TNR currently holds about 25.5% of the outstanding shares of ILC.
At its core, TNR provides significant exposure to gold and copper through its holdings in Alaska and Argentina and is committed to continued generation of in-demand projects, while diversifying its markets and building shareholder value.
John Harrop, PGeo, FGS, and Vice President, Exploration of the Company is a "Qualified Person" as defined under NI 43-101 has reviewed and approved the technical content of this news release.
For further details please see our website at http://www.tnrgoldcorp.com/s/NewsReleases.asp
On behalf of the board,
Gary Schellenberg
President
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TNR MUX Los Azules sale or No and terrible financing markets be damned - could still become a reality.
McEwen shifts course at El Gallo II - expansion on the cheap?
McEwen Mining outlines a possible third path for its El Gallo II silver-gold mine in Mexico.
McEwen Mining (NYSE: MUX) had said it is considering what to do with its El Gallo II silver-gold project in Mexico - specifically, how to finance the estimated $170 million capital cost or optimize the project's scope to something within its means. Failing here, El Gallo II would certainly head to McEwen Mining's back burner.
The main hurdles for McEwen Mining are this: it doesn't have enough cash to build it on its own and financing markets are tough. Meantime, gold and silver prices continue to fall. Thus, in a conference call last week, McEwen Mining President and CEO Rob McEwen said that although the project was still moving ahead, with permitting in the works, construction might not start later this year as it has hoped.
Making deferral seem all the more possible was the uncertain future of McEwen Mining's Los Azules copper-gold project in Argentina, now on the auction block. While McEwen hasn't capitulated in the search for a buyer for Los Azules, he sounded pragmatic about the ongoing sale process: There's interest, but a crowd isn't swelling at the door.
In part, the problem here is that the appetite for undeveloped mega copper-gold projects is somewhat tepid and meantime there's a glut of assets, some operating, up for sale. Thus juniors with large undeveloped copper-gold deposits for sale face stiff competition.
But a third path at El Gallo II may keep the project alive - neither deferral nor the $170 million Plan A. You might call it the mother of all mine optimization plans.
El Gallo II was, as outlined in a feasibility study late last year, to be a 5,000 tonne per day open-pit operation with milling and whole-ore leaching. It would exploit 38 million silver @ 101.3 g/t Ag and 46,102 ounces gold @ 0.12 g/t Au in reserves.
But in an update today McEwen Mining said it might forego a standalone operation completely, with a processing plant and whole ore leaching, and instead ship El Gallo II ore to El Gallo I, McEwen Mining's operating heap-leach gold-silver mine about five kilometres away
The benefit of doing so comes down to a trade-off. Far less capital costs - expansion rather than new building - in exchange for what would likely be far lower recoveries. In the El Gallo II feasibility study last year McEwen Mining estimated it could get 84 percent silver and 83 percent gold recoveries in a standalone El Gallo II operation with whole-ore leaching.
However, put the same ore, trucked and crushed, on a leach pad at El Gallo I and the silver recoveries, based on McEwen Mining's metallurgical testing, could drop by about a third to half that of standalone El Gallo II. McEwen stated that “early column tests returned between 45-62 percent silver.”
Thus El Gallo II - Los Azules sale or no - and terrible financing markets be damned - could still become a reality. For McEwen Mining the key question now becomes: Is the trade-off worth it?
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