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Globe Metals & Mining Limited
ABN 33 114 400 609
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ASX Announcement
23 April 2024
Speaker Presentation – Inaugural Malawi Mining Investment
Forum
Attached is a copy of the Speaker Presentation that will be presented by Paul Smith, Chief Operating
Officer of Globe, at the Inaugural Malawi Mining Investment Forum being held on 23 and 24 April 2024
in Lilongwe, Malawi.
Mr Smith commented:
“We are thrilled to announce that Globe will be present and actively involved in the upcoming Inaugural
Malawi Mining Investment Forum. This pivotal event, presided over by His Excellency President Lazarus
McCarthy Chakwera, signifies a monumental step forward for the mining sector in Malawi.
As a leading player in the mining industry, Globe is committed to contributing to the sustainable
development and economic growth of Malawi. We are dedicated to harnessing the potential of the
mining sector in alignment with the national development agenda outlined in the Malawi 2063 Vision
and the Agriculture, Tourism, and Mining (ATM) Strategy.
At the forum, Globe will be at the forefront of discussions, showcasing our commitment to excellence
and innovation in our refinery to be built in Lilongwe, and responsible mining practices at Kanyika. We
look forward to engaging with government representatives, investors, private sector stakeholders,
development partners, and other key players to explore strategies and solutions aimed at accelerating
the growth of the mining sector.”
This announcement was authorised for release by Paul Hardie, Company Secretary.
For further information, please contact:
Paul Smith
Chief Operating Officer
+61 8 6118 7240
paul.smith@globemm.com
THE 2024 MALAWI MINING INVESTMENT
FORUM
Lilongwe
The Kanyika Niobium
Project
April 2024
Paul Smith
Chief Operating Officer
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Disclaimer
This Presentation has been prepared by Globe Metals & Mining Limited ABN 33 114 400 609
(Globe or the Company).
The information in this Presentation is an overview and does not contain all information necessary for
making investment decisions. In making investment decisions, investors should rely on their own
examination of the Company and the Kanyika Niobium Project and consult their own legal, technical,
business and/or financial advisers. The information contained in this Presentation has been prepared in
good faith by Globe, however no representation or warranty expressed or implied is made as to the
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suffered by any person relying on anything contained in or omitted from this Presentation.
Certain information in this Presentation may refer to the intentions of Globe with respect to the Kanyika
Niobium Project, but these are not intended to be forecasts, forward looking statements or statements
about the future matters for the purposes of the Corporations Act or any other applicable law. The
occurrence of the events in the future are subject to risk, uncertainties and other actions that may cause
Kanyika Niobium Project’s actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from
the results, performance or achievements implied by the forward-looking statements.
Such factors include, but are not limited to, general economic, market and business conditions, market
prices for niobium and tantalum, demand for niobium and tantalum, niobium and tantalum supply,
obtaining additional debt and equity funding (as required), concluding of off-take agreements, obtaining
of all necessary permits for development and production as and when required, estimation of resources
and reserves, development and production costs, processing recoveries transportation delays and
costs, risks and uncertainties related to construction and commissioning, delays in construction of the
mining and processing operations, accidents, equipment breakdowns, title matters, labour disputes,
environmental issues and local community issues involving relocation of project affected people or other
unanticipated difficulties with, or interruptions in, development or production, exchange rate fluctuations,
and risks and uncertainties associated with doing business in Africa.
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
In addition, there may be information herein that is information about prospective results of operations,
financial position or cash flows and which is provided only to assist in an evaluation of the Kanyika
Niobium Project outlined herein but are not to be relied upon as accurate representations of future
results and may not be appropriate for any other purpose.
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respect to Kanyika Niobium Project’s performance, market, political, social and environmental
conditions, additional feasibility work, improvements and updates, project configuration, construction
and commissioning costs and timelines, and general risks and uncertainties. Readers are cautioned not
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The market
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What is Niobium?
A transition metal with a unique set of characteristics
It is silvery, light grey, crystalline and ductile with the symbol Nb and the atomic number 41
found in the Earth's crust in the mineral pyrochlore
• This metal’s high melting point makes it suitable for use in jet engines and rockets. Its
superconducting capabilities when cool benefit high-speed trains.
• With its resistance to heat, corrosion, and oxidation, this material is well-suited for crafting complex
aerospace components requiring precise specifications.
• Its Mohs hardness is comparable to titanium and it possesses a similar ductility to iron, adding to
its versatility.
• Non-reactivity and paramagnetism are among its notable properties.
• It is distinguished by an electronic configuration that places electrons in the outermost orbitals.
• Its crystalline structure is advantageous for lithium-ion battery production, supporting the swift
movement of lithium ions to the anode during charging, hence ideal for battery applications.
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
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Important uses of Niobium?
Three mines account for over 95% of
the global mined niobium supply and
no new mines have been brought
into production for over 50 years.
Two basic forms of Niobium supply:
1. Ferro Niobium (90% of total market) - NbFe
alloy (60%-70% Nb)
2. Niobium Oxide (10% of total market)
(Nb2O5, min 98.5%) – Globe’s focus due to
limited competition with only CBMM
producing oxide currently and a market with
high prices and good margins.
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
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Niobium’s main use is in steel-making
Ferroniobium (at 65% niobium) is the
primary saleable form of the metal
and sells for over US$40,000t.
Construction
Ferroniobium is primarily used in the production of
High Strength Low Alloy (HSLA) steel which is used
extensively in the construction and automotive
industries and in the manufacture of high-pressure
gas and oil pipelines, providing extra strength, and
greater resistance to heat and corrosion.
Fast fact
Construction of the Eiffel
Tower used 7,300t of wrought
iron. Today, it could be built
using 2,000t of HSLA steel
(27% of current weight)
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
Automotive and
Transport
Aerospace and
Defence
Oil & Gas
Other
Global ferroniobium sales by sector1
~100,000t/year
~US$3 billion per year2
1 Source: CBMM
2 Niobium Outlook to 2030 Roskill , 2020
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Critical to the energy transition and “next-generation” lithium-ion
batteries.
Niobium oxide makes batteries
greener, cheaper and cleaner
and cobalt free.
Ultra-fast
charging
Niobium oxide batteries can be fully charged in less than
10 minutes
at lower operating temperatures versus +3 hours in
conventional Li-ion batteries.
Increased
range
Niobium oxide increases the energy density of batteries by
200%
at a lower material cost compared to conventional Li-ion
batteries.
Niobium oxide batteries are more stable and can withstand
Better
performance
10,000
charging cycles versus 1,000 in conventional Li-ion
batteries.
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
Source: https://batterystreak.com/battery-streak-new-charge/
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Niobium oxide used in Superalloys
Aerospace and Defense
Airplanes, helicopters, rockets, satellites,
space stations, and spacecraft.
• High strength-to-weight ratio, which is crucial in aerospace
design for reducing the weight of the aircraft or spacecraft
while maintaining structural integrity and performance.
• Stable at high temperatures, which is ideal for components
that are exposed to extreme heat, such as jet engines and
rocket propulsion systems.
• Enhanced proclivity for weldability and fabricability. This allows
for the production of complex aerospace components with
precise specifications.
• Lightweight, durable components that can withstand the
stresses and strains of aerospace operations, from takeoff
and landing to the rigors of space travel.
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
Source: https://www.echiontech.com/oems
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And several other key applications in the
“New Economy”
MRI
Optical
Glass
Super
Conductor
Nuclear
(SMR)
Thermo
Power
EV Batteries
Capacitors
Niobium oxide is used
for ophthalmic lenses
having high refractive
indices, because it
combines the
advantages of high
refractive index and
relatively low value of
specific gravity for a
glass.
Niobium oxide is used
for ophthalmic lenses
having high refractive
indices, because it
combines the
advantages of high
refractive index and
relatively low value of
specific gravity for a
glass.
Niobium metal can be
used as
superconductors in
particle accelerators, like
the CERN in Switzerland.
Niobium is used in the
Nuclear industry due to
their high-temperature
strength and resistance
to corrosion, used in
reactor components,
fuel elements and
surface acoustic wave
devices.
Niobium is used in
Ultra Temperature
Thermal Power, due to
high-temperature and
resistance to corrosion,
user in high
temperature pipes.
As the green energy
transition gathers pace,
niobium’s use in
electric vehicle
batteries has the
potential to decrease
charging times,
increase range,
improve battery life and
maximise performance.
Niobium capacitors
can substitute
Tantalum, due to its
stable performance,
reliability level, non
burning high resistance
and high break down
voltage.
CAGR 6.8%
CAGR 11.1%
CAGR 10.0%
CAGR 15.8%
CAGR 9.1%
CAGR 11%
CAGR 6.4%
Source: MRI , Optical & Glasses
plus Thermo Power market :
Grand View Research (2023 –
2030)
Source: Allied market research
(2022 – 2032)
Source: Nuclear (SMR) : Allied
market research (2020 -2023)
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
Source: Capacitors : Allied
market research (2021 – 2031)
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Support from US and EU - Niobium top of the critical metal list
EU, US, Japan, and India and Australia.
When metals make critical lists in
the USA and Europe, they are
deemed essential for national
security and economic stability
but have at-risk supply chains.
This status triggers diverse
support mechanisms:
In the USA, the DOE
and DoD offer grants
and loans, while
public-private
partnerships and
initiatives like the
Critical Materials
Institute enhance
supply diversification
and recycling,
bolstered by the
Defense Production
Act.
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
Europe funds
initiatives like the
European Innovation
Partnership and
Horizon Europe to
secure materials and
boost self-sufficiency,
while alliances like the
European Raw
Materials and Battery
Alliance promote
sustainable resource
use.
Both regions aim to decrease
import reliance, particularly from
geopolitically sensitive areas, by
fostering a complete, domestic
supply chain that encourages
innovation and sustainable
practices.
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Increasing prices
Current niobium oxide (Nb205)
prices are $US58,000t for
99.9% (FOB China).
Commodity
Price per tonne
at 1 April 24
Niobium oxide
$US 58,000
Nickel
$US 16,560
Copper
$US 8,770
Colbalt
$US 28,549
Lithium
$US 15,152
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
Source: Asia Metals
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The project
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Large resource base - long life of mine
Potentially, the first globally significant
niobium mine in 50 years.
Mineral Resources
Measured
Indicated
Inferred
5.3Mt
47Mt
16Mt
180ppm Ta2O5
954t Contained Ta2O5
135ppm Ta2O5
6,345t Contained Ta2O5
120ppm Ta2O5
1,920t Contained Ta2O5
3,770ppm Nb2O5
19,981t Contained Nb2O5
2,860ppm Nb2O5
134,420t Contained Nb2O5
2,430ppm Nb2O5
38,880t Contained Nb2O5
Total
68.3Mt
2,830ppm Nb2O5
193,281t Contained
Nb2O5
135ppm Ta2O5
9,219t Contained Ta2O5
Ore Reserves
Proved
Probable
5.3Mt
28.5Mt
171ppm Ta2O5
906t Contained Ta2O5
136ppm Ta2O5
3,876t Contained Ta2O5
3,680ppm Nb2O5
19,504t Contained Nb2O5
2,930ppm Nb2O5
83,505t Contained Nb2O5
Total
• Contains pyrochlore and
zircon mineralisation in
disseminated zones
3,048ppm Nb2O5
103,009t Contained
Nb2O5
141ppm Ta2O5
4,782t Contained Ta2O5
• Niobium and tantalum
mineralisation occurs
within the mineral
pyrochlore
33.8Mt
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
• High-grade mineralisation
features pyrochlore bands
associated with zircon
Source: ASX on 19 August 2021 titled “Kanyika Niobium Project – Project Feasibility and
Economics” ASX on 5 February 2024 titled “Robust Optimisation Study results support
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Kanyika Niobium Project
Benefiting from tremendous support from the Hon Minister of
Mining and her team at the Ministry of Mining.
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•
•
•
Mining Right issued
Mine Development Agreement Signed
Community Development Agreement being finalised
Refinery development terms under discussion
Figure 2: Production, processing and refining in Malawi.
Figure 1. Signing ceremony for the Mining Development Agreement
between the Globe and Malawi Government : 29 March 2023
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
Shovel-ready, fully permitted, advanced staged project covered by a
Mining Development Agreement, Mining License, and all
environmental and land approvals required to immediately start
construction.
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The Globe Chlorination Refinery
Lilongwe - Malawi
• Goal to be the first of its kind in Africa.
• Supporting
• Malawi’s efforts to export value added products
• Industrial development in Malawi
• Malawi’s global role in supplying responsibly
sourced critical metals
Pilot Chlorination plant under construction
• Testwork has demonstrated up to 99% extraction of Niobium and
Tantalum from a niobium concentrate from Kanyika
• Confirmed removal of all radio-active materials (U & Th) from the
product.
• Successful extraction and separation of >94% of the key Rare Earth
Elements (REE), as by-products.
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
Source: ASX on 19 August 2021 titled “Kanyika Niobium Project – Project Feasibility and
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Economics” ASX on 5 February 2024 titled “Robust Optimisation Study results support
Globe’s Kanyika Niobium Project. Refer Slide 18
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Globe in Malawi – entering an
exciting development phase
• Finalise metallurgical test work
• Milling and concentration optimisation
• Construction and operation of the Chlorination Pilot
Refinery
• Production of Marketing samples
• Finalise Refinery terms with the Government
• Finalise our Social Development programs
• Update the project Feasibility Study
• Update the Mine and Concentrator study
• Refinery Bankable Feasibility Study (BFS) – Malawi
relocation
• Update the Mine & Concentrator EIA
• Refinery EIA and regulatory approvals
• Phase 1 Construction and operation
• Project infrastructure – Mine and Refinery
• Mine and Concentrator
• Chlorination Refinery
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
Source: ASX on 19 August 2021 titled “Kanyika Niobium Project – Project Feasibility and
Economics” ASX on 5 February 2024 titled “Robust Optimisation Study results support
Globe’s Kanyika Niobium Project. Refer Slide 18.
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The Kanyika Niobium Project's Phase 1 could significantly benefit
Malawi's local community.
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03
02
Diverse job roles
provide skill-building
opportunities for the
workforce, transferable
to other sectors.
Hiring at the mine and
refinery could total 109
new jobs, boosting
local income and living
standards.
05
$40m Capex in Phase
1, plus better
roads/electricity will
support the project
and improve local
living conditions.
07
06
Agricultural
Development backed
by the project, will
improve irrigation and
food security.
04
Using renewable
energy sources, the
project prioritizes
environmental
sustainability.
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
Initiatives in education
and community
development reflect
Globe Metals & Mining's
commitment to corporate
social responsibility.
Community royalties
from the project could
fund local
development,
healthcare, and
education.
08
Introducing
carbochlorination might
spur technological
advances and
educational
opportunities.
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Competent person’s statement
Production target and forecast financial information
Mineral resource estimates:
Ore reserves:
The information in this report that relates to Mineral Resources is extracted from the report titled
“Kanyika Niobium Project – Updated JORC Resource Estimate” released to the Australian Securities
Exchange (ASX) on 11 July 2018 and available to view at www.globemm.com and for which Competent
Persons’ consents were obtained. Each Competent Person’s consent remains in place for subsequent
releases by the Company of the same information in the same form and context, until the consent is
withdrawn or replaced by a subsequent report and accompanying consent.
The information in the report that relates to Ore Reserves is extracted from the report titled “Kanyika
Niobium Project – Project Feasibility and Economics” released to the Australian Securities Exchange
(ASX) on 19 August 2021 and available to view at www.globemm.com and for which a Competent
Person’s consent was obtained. The Competent Person’s consent remains in place for subsequent
releases by the Company of the same information in the same form and context, until the consent is
withdrawn or replaced by a subsequent report and accompanying consent.
The Company confirms that is not aware of any new information or data that materially affects the
information included in the original ASX announcement released on 11 July 2018 and, in the case of
estimates of Mineral Resources, that all material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning
the estimates in the original ASX announcement continue to apply and have not materially changed. The
Company confirms that the form and context in which the Competent Persons’ findings are presented
have not been materially modified from the original ASX announcement.
The Company confirms that is not aware of any new information or data that materially affects the
information included in the original ASX announcement released on 19 August 2021 and, in the case of
estimates of Ore Reserves, that all material assumptions and technical parameters underpinning the
estimates in the original ASX announcement continue to apply and have not materially changed. The
Company confirms that the form and context in which the Competent Person’s findings are presented
have not been materially modified from the original ASX announcement.
Full details are contained in the ASX announcement released on 11 July 2018 titled “Kanyika Niobium
Project – Updated JORC Resource Estimate” and is available to view at www.globemm.com
Full details are contained in the ASX announcement released on 19 August 2021 titled “Kanyika
Niobium Project – Project Feasibility and Economics” and is available to view at www.globemm.com
Production target and forecast financial information (ASX Listing Rule 5.19):
The production target and forecast financial information derived from the production target included in this presentation were first announced to the ASX in the announcement released to the ASX on 19 August
2021 titled “Kanyika Niobium Project – Project Feasibility and Economics” and secondly in the announcement released to the ASX on 5 February 2024 titled “Robust Optimisation Study results support Globe’s
Kanyika Niobium Project. Globe confirms that all the material assumptions underpinning the production target as reported to the ASX on 19 August 2021, and the forecast financial information as reported to the
ASX on 5 February 2024, continue to apply and have not materially changed.
Full details are contained in the ASX announcement released on 19 August 2021 titled “Kanyika Niobium Project – Project Feasibility and Economics” as well as in the announcement released to the ASX on 5
February 2024 titled “Robust Optimisation Study results support Globe’s Kanyika Niobium Project. and is available to view at www.globemm.com
An emerging vertically-integrated niobium producer.
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