Market Study Of The Lithium Market
Overview Core Consultants was commissioned to author an indepth market study on the lithium market. Methodology This report was completed as a hybrid between a desk-top study and interviews with market participants. The report covered demand by end users, supply by regions and provided a price outlook. Our Recommendation At the time the first report was published, […]
Analysis of New Rare Earth Entrant
Overview Our client was establishing a rare earth operation. However, before investing in a separation plant, they wanted to sell an intermediary mixed concentrate product in order to realise cash sooner. Core Consultants was brought in to understand whether there was a market for a mixed rare earth concentrate. Methodology We used a combination of […]
Analysis Of The Chrome Ore Value Chain
Overview Our clients were concerned that their IPO would not be successful and that they would not achieve a fair share price owing to the decline in chrome ore prices. Core Consultants was therefore asked to conduct an independent market analysis on the chrome ore industry and provide an outlook for chrome ore prices. Methodology […]
Conflict Mineral Supply Chain Analysis
Overview An American multinational technology company headquartered in California currently procures 5% of the cobalt market as an indirect buyer from battery manufacturers in China. The company is embarking on a strategy where, if successful, would see them increasing their requirements to 20% of the cobalt market. They therefore needed a suitable supplier in the DRC […]
Sourcing Suitable Coal For Gasification
Overview Our client wished to erect a new oil refinery and therefore required a coal gasification unit. The main issue was the area was in a remote location and it would be a challenge to source thermal coal and therefore the most efficient way to bring the coal to site had to be considered. Core […]
Litigation: Expropriation of Limestone Quarry in Oman
Overview A New York investor invested in a limestone quarry in Oman. The quarry was subsequently expropriated in 2006. Core Consultants was employed by the defense attorneys to assist in building a case against the Omani sultanate. Methodology Whilst several years had passed since the date of expropriation, Core Consultants valued the future potential of […]
Sulphur Dioxide Abatement In Botswana
Overview Our client mined nickel from sulphide ore and therefore produced excess, untreated sulphur dioxide which was liberated into the atmosphere. When Core Consultants joined the team, the engineering consultants were considering converting the sulphur dioxide into sulphuric acid. Methodology Core Consultants’ primary task was to establish whether producing sulphoric acid would be economically viable. […]
NSR Calculation For A Canadian Rare Earth Company
Overview Our client wished to expand their existing niobium mine to include processing their rare earths as a by-product. In order to secure investor, support they first needed to conduct a Net Smelter Return (NSR) calculation which provides insight into the value of their deposit. Methodology Core Consultants conducted an industry analysis of the rare […]
Prefeasibility Study Of Phosphate And Potash Deposit
Overview Core Consultants was commissioned to evaluate the potash/phosphate markets on behalf of their client. The assignment formed part of the Competent Person’s Report(CPR) for the NYSE listing. At the time, the company had invested in and was considering the development of four phosphate projects in four countries including Namibia, Tunisia, Mauritania and India. Methodology […]
Lithium Project Roundup
We track the latest progress in key lithium projects over the last week: Enertopia Corporation (ENRT-OTCQB) revealed that it closed the definite agreement for the acquisition of the Central Nevada Lithium Brine Project. The claims are subject to a 1.5% NSR from commercial production with the Company able to buy back the NSR at a […]