Explorers

Tournigan’s uranium resource estimate gets major boost, feasibility study is next

www.tournigan.com  •  604.536.2711

 

 

 

Tournigan Energy Ltd (TSXV:TVC) is an exploration and development company that has built a portfolio of highly prospective uranium projects in Slovakia.  By the first quarter of 2012 Tournigan will complete its re-launch as an advanced stage pure-play uranium company called European Uranium Resources Ltd with projects in Slovakia, Sweden and Finland. Europe has 186 nuclear power plants in operation and 19 new plants under construction and there is only one operating uranium mine within the European Union, in the Czech Republic. Clearly, Europe, a region with the world’s largest per capita consumption of uranium, has an urgent need to develop uranium production.

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Potash in 2012: Rising populations create new demand growth

Potash is a vital fertilizer for farmers around the world. As populations rise and land available for agriculture diminishes, the need for increased crop yields grows dramatically.

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China’s near-monopoly brings challenges, opportunities to strategic metals space

Countries dependent on Chinese supply of strategic metals are pursuing strategies to respond to potential shortages of these metals. But while China’s dominance is causing due cause for concern, it also opens up opportunities for juniors developing alternative supplies outside China, writes Liza Mayer.

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Uranium Energy: North America’s newest emerging uranium producer

www.uraniumenergy.com  •  1.866.748.1030

 

 

 

In every downturn there is an opportunity and Amir Adnani recognizes it when he sees one. Following the Fukushima nuclear incident in March 2011, the CEO of Uranium Energy Corp (NYSE-AMEX: UEC) and North America’s newest uranium producer, strategically acquired two uranium projects with extensive historic work in Arizona and one of the largest land packages globally with ISR potential in Paraguay. UEC’s acquisitions have demonstrated a significant vote of confidence in the fundamentals of the uranium sector. Amidst the challenges in 2011 UEC was able to execute on its key objective of initiating and ramping-up production at low cash costs. Adnani discusses UEC’s milestones in 2011 and why it is well positioned for major ongoing growth in 2012 and beyond.

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Avalon: A heavyweight in the world of rare earth exploration

www.avalonraremetals.com  •  416.364.4938

 

 

Critical to an exploration company’s success is the quality of its ore deposits, and when it comes to rare earths, Avalon Rare Metals’ Nechalacho rare earth project in Thor Lake, NWT, has the goods. The Nechalacho deposit has the highest proportion of the more valuable heavy rare earths — over 20% in the Basal Zone. The heavies are the truly “rare” types of rare earths and are forecast to be in deficit in the years to come. “Avalon is probably the most advanced prospective new producer of the heavy rare earths and is in a good position to be first to market with a significant new supply of the heavies by 2015,” says President and CEO Don Bubar. He discusses the project’s progress and the key distinguishing features of Avalon as a rare earth investment opportunity.

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2012 a transformational year, revaluation imminent, says Temex CEO

www.temexcorp.com  •  416.862.2246 

 

 

 

 

 

Temex Resources (TSX-V: TME) CEO Ian Campbell smells success in exploring an old mining camp. But  then again, the Whitney Gold Project is not just in any old mining camp; it hosts the Hallnor Mine, a multimillion ounce past producer and the highest grade past-producing mine in Timmins, Canada’s largest gold camp. Whitney has been outlining some stunning gold assay results,  including  hole TW11-145 with an intercept of 8.80 metres grading 37.90 g/t gold and 0.50 metres grading 648.13 g/t gold. This year, Temex will continue to rapidly accelerate Whitney along with the company’s other main project, Juby Gold in Gowganda, northeastern Ontario. Campbell shares why the next several months will be transformational for Temex and discusses the catalysts that would enhance shareholder value.

(Note: Temex has announced quite a lot of drilling news since this interview in early March 2012. The company’s initial drill program at its new Golden Lake Property contiguous to the west of the Juby Main Zone has commenced. In addition high grade gold mineralization was intersected in the Q Zone along with broad zones of gold mineralization in the Upper Hallnor zone on the Whitney Project. Look up the excellent gold intervals on by clicking here.)

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Evolving Gold’s drill-intensive approach delivers results

www.evolvinggold.com  •  604.630.0792

 

 

 

Evolving Gold’s joint venture agreement with Agnico-Eagle in 2011 has brought significant resources to Evolving’s Rattlesnake Hills discovery in Wyoming. Describing it as a “highly strategic” move CEO Bill Gee says the joint venture allows Evolving to focus most of its efforts and all of its capital on exploring its Carlin-Humboldt project in Nevada. Situated firmly on the Carlin Trend, the project has produced high-grade results in recent drill campaigns. “Evolving Gold (TSX:EVG) has a large land position in the prolific Carlin Trend, including 24 gold targets and a gold discovery with thick high-grade gold intersects. Our mineralization is ideally suited to the processing facilities being operated by majors on the Trend,” says Gee. He discusses the two projects’ progress and key reasons to invest in the company.

(Note: Evolving Gold has accomplished some important milestones since this interview in March 2012. The company sold shares of a Newco, Prosperity Goldfields, which netted approximately $4 million in proceeds with no dilution to Evolving Gold. The company also announced 2012 exploration targets on its Carlin, Humboldt and Jake Creek targets, totally $5 million (fully funded).  In addition the company announced new gold targets at Rattlesnake Hills, which could net additional upside on the project. Get the details at http://www.evolvinggold.com/.)

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Clifton Star, 3D Drill Tour of Duparquet Project

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Clifton Star’s Duparquet project is located in the Abitibi Greenstone Belt, one of the richest gold regions in the world. Read more

Malbex proving up resources in the prolific El Indio gold belt

www.malbex.ca  •  416.628.0215

 

 

 

The stream of impressive results from Malbex Resources (TSX-V: MBG) is rightfully boosting CEO Tim Warman’s confidence. In its second drill season, the company’s flagship Del Carmen project in the Argentina side of the rich El Indio Gold Belt outlined some stunning gold assays. These include hole 52, the best overall, with an intercept of 267 metres grading 2.05 g/t gold and 29.3 g/t silver. Under the guidance of a team of top-notch geologists, some of whom are former Aurelian executives, Malbex expects to reach a number of  milestones over the next several months.  “We will build on the track record we had at Aurelian, where we took a penny stock to a $1.2 billion company, which was sold to Kinross in 2008,” says Warman.

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Kimber Resources proving resources in prolific Sierra Madre Belt

www.kimberresources.com  •  604.669.2251

 
 
 
 
 
 

Gordon Cummings,
PRESIDENT & CEO

The completion of an updated Preliminary Economic Assessment for its Monterde project in 2011 is a significant step forward for Kimber Resources (TSX: KBR and NYSE Amex:KBX). The project, located in the prolific Sierra Madre Gold-Silver Belt of Northern Mexico, already has three gold-silver mineral deposits defined. The PEA shows the potential for low-cost gold and silver production with an after-tax IRR of 40% and a mine life of over 15 years. CEO Gordon Cummings discusses the next milestones he expects the project to achieve over the next few months.

(Note about updates: Since this interview was conducted in March 2012, Kimber has announced further high-grade drill results from its gold-silver Monterde property in the prolific Sierra Madre belt of Mexico. MTC-151 intercepted 4.2 metres of 6.2 g/t gold and 47 g/t silver while MTC-157 intercepted 4.5 metres of 4.9 g/t gold and 124 g/t silver. Go to www.kimberresources.com or the company’s profile at RIANALYTICS.com to find out more.

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IMPACT & Energold: One CEO, two profit generators

www.impactsilver.com  •  604.681.0172  •  www.energold.com  •  604.681.9501

 

 

 

 

Frederick W. Davidson,
PRESIDENT & CEO

IMPACT Silver Corp and Energold Drilling Corp are two successful companies led by Frederick Davidson. IMPACT is a profitable silver producer with a portfolio of advanced silver projects in Mexico totaling 623 square kilometers, which currently produces silver from multiple mines feeding a 500 tonnes per day processing plant at the Royal Mines of Zacualpan. IMPACT plans to grow into a multimillion ounce silver producer by starting production at its open-pit Capire Project, located in the Mamatla District, in 2012. Energold, IMPACT’s largest shareholder, is a global specialty driller that emphasizes an environmentally and socially sensitive approach to drilling, with over 240 rigs operating in 23 countries worldwide. The use of state-of-the-art highly-portable rigs provides a competitive advantage allowing Energold to realize consistent earnings and generate strong margins. Energold has won various awards as one of the fastest growing drilling companies.

(Note about updates: Since this interview was conducted in March 2012, both Energold and IMPACT Silver have achieved significant progress. Both have announced record revenues and earnings. IMPACT announced 1,875 g/t Silver across 1.00 meters and 115 g/t Silver across 23.39 meters at its Oscar Vein Corridor in Mexico. Energold completed a $20 million bought deal financing. Find out more at the companies’ respective websites or at the companies’ profiles at www.rianalytics.com.)

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Video: REBgold cleans while processing gold

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REBgold’s proprietary bioleaching process recovers valuable metals from crushed ore, neutralizes sulphides causing acid rock drainage and stabilizes toxic elements such as arsenic and cadmium. Here’s how the process works: Read more

Prosperity Goldfields Drill Tour, April 2012

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Prosperity Goldfields welcomes you to join in the excitement of our new Kiyuk gold discovery. Read more

Great Panther Silver fast becoming a mid-tier player

www.greatpanther.com  •  604.608.1766

 

 

 

Robert Archer
PRESIDENT & CEO

 

Canadian mining company Great Panther Silver (TSX: GPR) has proven its commitment to turn reserves into cash with its two operating silver-gold mines in Mexico. This year, it expects a 20% growth in production at both the Guanajuato Mine Complex and Topia Mine, while advancing other properties and aggressively pursuing acquisition opportunities. In the junior mining world where access to cash is paramount, Great Panther has cash cows to help achieve its goal of becoming a mid-tier primary silver producer with more than 5 million ounces of silver production annually. CEO Robert A. Archer discusses what investors can expect from this profitable primary silver producer over the next several months.

(Note about updates: Since this interview was conducted in March 2012, Great Panther Silver has achieved significant progress. The company had first quarter production at its 100% owned Guanajuato and Topia mines of 557,667 silver equivalent ounces, up 2% over the fourth quarter of 2011. As well, a quarterly record of gold production was achieved with 2,729 oz produced. Revenues for the year ended December 31, 2011 totaled $57.8 million for a 37% increase over 2010. The company’s gross profit or earnings from mining operations increased by 64% to $26.9 million for 2011, and net earnings increased 8% to $11.5 million. Find out more about the company’s progress at their website (www.greatpanthersilver.com or at the company’s profile at www.rianalytics.com.)

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Cream Minerals steps up drilling, updated 43-101 imminent

www.creamminerals.com  •  1.888.267.1400

 

 

 

Michael O’Connor
PRESIDENT & CEO

 

Whoever in the business says money isn’t everything has not met Michael O’Connor. The CEO of Cream Minerals Ltd (TSX-V: CMA) would be the first to acknowledge that money is, in fact, what changed the company’s fortune. In 2008 and 2009 Cream was insolvent, had little cash and was $1.88 million in debt. In 2010 it fought off a hostile takeover bid from Endeavour Silver, and then closed a $6-million financing. That Cream managed to pay off all the debt and ended up with $5.45 million in the bank in 2011 speaks well of Cream’s dedicated and competent management.  With the money, the company financed a 20,000-meter drill program at its flagship Nuevo Milenio silver-gold project in Mexico. In one year, Cream accomplished 85% more drilling than when it acquired the property in 2000. Mr. O’Connor shares why he only sees more upside from here onwards.

(Note about updates: Cream released the following update since this interview: The independent mineral resource estimate for Nuevo Milenio continues to be advanced. Challenges encountered in providing data to the consultant in a timely manner have impacted progress on the mineral resource estimate. Given the large amount of data involved including over 32,000 metres of drilling, a significant volume of surface samples, trench samples, underground channel samples as well as properly identified location coordinates for all but the drilling data combined with reviews and fact checks were significantly more time consuming than anticipated. The Company anticipates the release of the mineral resource by May month end 2012.)

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Intelligent Exploration via the Prospect Generator Business Model

Brent Cook
Economic Geologist and editor of Exploration Insights

Minerals exploration is a scientific process of generating ideas and testing those ideas through a trial and error methodology that refines, validates, or negates those ideas. While the goal is the discovery of an economic mineral deposit that enriches shareholders, the odds of success are poor. Read more

U3O8 has elements for clean energy, food production

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Some commodities can make for a greener global future. For example, uranium is a low-cost, large-scale source of clean energy in the world. The vanadium redox battery can offer virtually unlimited storage capacity for the world’s new wind and solar farms. And phosphates are one of the primary nutrients for crop production globally. Uranium. Vanadium. Phosphate: Essential for the world’s growing need for clean energy and food production. And U3O8 Corp. has it covered. Read more

Quest: An Advanced Rare Earth Investment

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What materials make wind turbines turn? Why are hybrid vehicles so clean? And what makes smart phones so smart? For all these modern technologies, and more, there are rare earth elements. Read more

VIDEO: Timberline Resources 3D Drill Tour

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Production scheduled for 2012, advancements on two advanced stage gold projects

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BacTech’s bioleach process for metals recovery has green side-effects

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