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Germany to channel €1bn to critical raw material needs

The German government earmarked about €1-billion ($1.1-billion) for raw materials investments as it seeks to reduce dependency on producers such as China for critical minerals in high-tech and ...


Project–Related Financing

Through this programme, the Bank provides limited recourse financing in support of export projects, including mining, manufacturing, and related projects, as well as infrastructure projects that facilitate exports or that generate traded infrastructure services, such as power, ports, telecoms etc. Beneficiaries: Eligible Entities promoting projects in Africa; and Eligible …


(PDF) Financing diamond projects

Being at the beginning of the entire mining process, junior mines assume a high risk related to investments enabling the commencement of works without providing high guarantees of the project's ...


Pioneering Greenfield Mining. Part 9: Financing …

To sum up, financing and securing investment are crucial aspects that determine the success of a greenfield mining project. The need for significant capital, from the exploration and feasibility studies to the …


Project Finance for Mining Projects: Essentials for Securing …

Project finance is a pivotal method for funding large-scale mining projects which are typically capital-intensive and come with a high level of risk due to their complexity and scale. This form …


Biden admin expedites 'first-ever' critical minerals project

A manganese and zinc mine in southern Arizona is the first critical minerals mining project to go through the FAST-41 permitting process. ... we do need to be moving away from fossil fuels, but ...


Projects

Projects in Mining Geology Research. ... Major efforts are needed to increase the skilled mining workforce, including improved training of K-12 teachers in earth science, and the implementation of innovative curricula to recruit, retain and train undergraduate and graduate students in mineral exploration and mining (National Research Council ...


Getting big mining projects right: Lessons from (and for) …

More than four out of five mining projects come in late and over budget, by an average of 43 percent. One reason for the poor performance is that project leaders find it difficult to know whether and when to intervene. Although they almost always understand when a project is getting into trouble, they may hesitate to make changes because they hope that things will …


Mining opportunities in South Africa

20+ projects . Services needed: Mining projects move into this phase when owners do not find it feasible or practical to continue with development. This can take place if funding runs out or market changes take place. Many projects in this phase could still be reconsidered in the future and explored by other owners.


AFC

Recognizing the need to bridge the funding and expertise gap, Africa Finance Corporation(AFC) and the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF) have formed a formidable partnership to deploy project development funding and technical advisory to fast-track the closure and operations of commercial-scale mining projects in Nigeria.


Strategic Partnerships in Mining Project Financing

Strategic partnerships play a pivotal role in shaping the financial landscape of mining projects. The inherently high capital costs, coupled with the significant risks associated with exploration and development, make mining a sector reliant on robust financing strategies. Complex projects require a synergy of different financial instruments and partnership models, which can range …


Mining Projects | MiningNews

Explore the latest updates, developments, and insights on a diverse array of mining projects spanning the globe. From exploration to execution, stay informed on the forefront of industry innovation, investment opportunities, and mining project milestones.


Strategic Projects Fund

In the quest to expedite B-BBEE participation not only in small and medium enterprises and existing businesses through acquisition of equity interest in well established businesses but also participation in new sector industries which have been built from the ground, the NEF established the Strategic Projects Fund (SPF).


3 things you need to know about alternative financing in …

With mining stocks lagging the world share indices and bank financing still difficult to achieve, conventional funding routes for mining companies are closed or problematic for now. Because of this, the current high levels of interest from the global mining community in sources of alternative funding is no surprise, but what are


Don't let a crisis go to waste: Financing mining & metals projects …

Mining & metals projects across Africa are benefiting from a sea change driven by the COVID-19 pandemic, acceleration of the energy transition and Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Critical minerals and the mining sector more broadly have become part of energy security policies across developed markets. Industries buffeted by supply chain disruptions and ESG …


Michigan Strategic Fund board defers $50M request for U.P. copper mine

The Michigan Strategic Fund board delayed a decision Tuesday on whether to grant $50 million to a western Upper Peninsula copper mining project, sending the request to a subcommittee for further ...


Pioneering Greenfield Mining. Part 9: Financing …

Dive into the world of financing greenfield mining projects, understanding the need for substantial capital, exploring various financing types, and discovering the importance of attracting and maintaining investor …


Perpetua Resources receives increased DOD funding for Stibnite project

According to Perpetua's January 2021 FS, the project has total proven and probable mineral reserves of 104.6 million metric tonnes grading 1.43 grams per tonne gold.


South32 to invest $2.1 billion in Hermosa project in Arizona

South32 (ASX, LON: S32) said on Wednesday that its Hermosa project in Arizona, currently the only advanced US mining project capable of producing two federally designated critical minerals (zinc ...


Mine Finance in Africa | Gowling WLG

Investors do not have to invest directly into the mining company but can take advantage of potential upside and income generation from a portfolio of mining projects. These vehicles are contributing to the increased investment in African mining from investors without historic exposure to the metals and mining markets in Africa.


From exploration to production: structured credit solutions for mining …

Early-stage equity raises are the most dilutive and expensive, reflecting the higher level of project risk that translates into a lower implied project valuation. As mining projects advance up the development curve, the inherent risk is reduced through technical and economic studies, resulting in higher valuations and unlocking a broader range ...


Different Ways to Finance a Mining Project: Exploration to …

Mining companies rely on a mix of financing options to bring their projects to fruition. These options often include equity financing, where companies issue shares to raise capital, or debt …


Alternative financing for the mining industry: what are the …

Private equity finance for mining companies. Another active part of the alternative finance market is the specialist mining private equity funds, such as Orion Mine Finance, …


Finding funding: New opportunities abound for the mining …

The hope is that SIF will spur innovation by providing funding for large projects and national innovation ecosystems. Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA): A National Network of Innovation for Mining, MICA was "designed to bridge the innovation-commercialization gaps that delay commercial success." The goal was to use ...


Congress to Fund U.S. Deep-Sea Mining Project

Congress is set to fund a project aimed at kick-starting the U.S. deep-sea mining industry, as part of a broader push to secure non-Chinese sources of critical metals that are vital for energy ...


Raising Mining Capital: Best Practices | SpringerLink

Example: A mining project cannot close on funding as a result of not securing water supply for the mineral processing plant. ... Mining projects need to be ideally positioned in the lowed OPEX cost quartile and have attractive IRR's even when commodity prices are lower. Mining projects and operations that have positive IRR's during peak ...


Navigating the scarcity of funding in the mining …

Alternative funding options: fuelling growth and innovation. Historically mining projects relied on capital investments such as equity, debentures and shareholder loan funding, joint ventures, and lucrative offtake …


Programs and funding for critical minerals projects

The Government of Canada has made significant investments to support the development of critical mineral projects and value chains — from mining to manufacturing, to recycling. The programs below represent the funding and services developed to support key focus areas identified in the Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy .


How to Fund Mining Projects: Sources and …

1 Equity Financing. Equity financing is one of the most common ways of raising funds for mining projects, especially for early-stage exploration and development. It involves issuing shares or ...


Mining Finance | IntaCapitalSwiss SA | Raise Capital for your Project

There is a start-up fund in South Africa that is investing in local mining projects – The New African Mining Fund (NAMF), which is a closed fund with a 10-year life cycle. The first six years is the commitment period with returns being seen thereafter. ... Once production has started, owners can look for expansion capital (if needed), from ...