Orion Resource Partners

Orion Resource Partners is an alternative investment manager with $2.6 billion under management.* Orion specializes in providing flexible capital investment solutions to mining companies – typically publicly traded – in the base and precious metals sector. Orion has a seasoned team of investment professionals with demonstrated capabilities in structuring debt, equity, convertibles, offtake, streaming, and royalty investments. Orion employs a disciplined, risk-adjusted investment process when evaluating portfolio companies.

Oskar Lewnowski

Founder and Chief Investment Officer

Peter Rozenauers

Managing Partner and Portfolio Manager

Jon Lamb

Managing Partner

58 past transactions

New Wave

Private Equity Round in 2025
New Wave is a global technology holding company dedicated to develop innovative solutions and technologies for the mining and steel sector.

VerAI Discoveries

Series B in 2025
VerAI Discoveries is an AI-driven mineral asset portfolio company that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to identify concealed mineral deposits. By concentrating on underexplored covered terrain in prime mining jurisdictions, VerAI enhances the likelihood of discovering significant mineral deposits while reducing economic risk. The company collaborates with leading industry investors and explorers to develop a global portfolio focused on base and precious metals, thereby unlocking value and contributing to the global supply of critical minerals. Through its innovative platform, VerAI aims to transform the mineral exploration industry by uncovering unique signatures of existing deposits within complex datasets.

Mangrove Lithium

Venture Round in 2025
Mangrove Lithium, based in Vancouver, has developed a modular and scalable refining technology for the efficient production of battery-grade lithium hydroxide and carbonate from a variety of input streams. This innovative platform allows for the direct conversion of lithium chloride and lithium sulfate into high-quality lithium products. The technology can be adapted to different capacities and is designed to be co-located with upstream lithium producers, as well as cathode and cell manufacturers. Additionally, Mangrove’s platform is being commercialized for the conversion of waste brines into valuable chemicals and desalinated water, contributing to more sustainable practices in the lithium supply chain.

Alta Resource Technologies

Seed Round in 2025
Alta Resource Technologies is on a mission to reinvent mining by harnessing advanced biochemistry to cost-effectively source the critical raw materials needed to power next-generation technology and bolster economic security. Our groundbreaking technology platform leverages customizable proteins to separate high-purity rare earth elements and other essential minerals with unprecedented selectivity while dramatically reducing the environmental impact of mining.

SiTration

Seed Round in 2024
SiTration improves ultra-durable filtration membranes intended for efficient separations in the harshest environments. Brendan Smith established the company in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 2020.

Thea Energy

Series A in 2024
Thea Energy is focused on developing a scalable fusion energy system designed to provide a limitless, zero-emission power source for a sustainable future. Founded in 2022 as a spin-out from the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory and Princeton University, Thea Energy aims to innovate the stellarator, a well-established magnetic fusion technology. The company is utilizing advancements in computation and control systems to create its first integrated fusion system, Eos, which is based on a planar coil stellarator architecture. This design simplifies the traditional complex three-dimensional magnet coils, enabling continuous fusion reactions and offering utility companies a reliable alternative to intermittent renewable energy sources such as solar and wind.

Ceibo

Series B in 2023
Ceibo is an industrial biotechnology company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for the mining industry, particularly in the production of critical minerals essential for the clean energy transition. The company has developed proprietary technology for leaching copper sulfide, which enhances recovery from both primary and secondary sulfide ores rich in chalcopyrite. In addition to its leaching technology, Ceibo has implemented technologies aimed at dust suppression in mining operations. Currently, Ceibo operates within several large mining assets owned by prominent mining companies, focusing on optimizing processes, reducing costs, and promoting environmentally sustainable practices with a commitment to zero waste activity.

VerAI Discoveries

Series A in 2023
VerAI Discoveries is an AI-driven mineral asset portfolio company that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to identify concealed mineral deposits. By concentrating on underexplored covered terrain in prime mining jurisdictions, VerAI enhances the likelihood of discovering significant mineral deposits while reducing economic risk. The company collaborates with leading industry investors and explorers to develop a global portfolio focused on base and precious metals, thereby unlocking value and contributing to the global supply of critical minerals. Through its innovative platform, VerAI aims to transform the mineral exploration industry by uncovering unique signatures of existing deposits within complex datasets.

Nordic Mining

Post in 2023
Nordic Mining is a mining company producer of high-grade lithium hydroxide for the fast-growing.

Nordic Mining

Post in 2023
Nordic Mining is a mining company producer of high-grade lithium hydroxide for the fast-growing.
Sabina Gold & Silver Corp. is a mining company based in Vancouver, Canada, focused on the exploration and development of precious metal resources, primarily gold. The company's main assets include the Back River gold project, which encompasses several properties such as Goose, George, Boulder, and Boot, along with a port facility at Bathurst Inlet in southwestern Nunavut. Additionally, Sabina holds a silver royalty on the Hackett River project, which spans over 10,600 hectares in Nunavut. Established in 1966, the company aims to become a significant gold producer through the phased development of its projects in politically stable mining regions.

Serra Verde

Private Equity Round in 2021
Serra Verde operates integrated rare earth mining and processing operations.

Jetti Resources

Series C in 2021
Jetti Resources is a company based in Vancouver, Canada, that specializes in developing hydrometallurgical technology for the extraction of metals from mineral ores. Founded in 2014, Jetti focuses primarily on extracting copper from low-grade primary sulfides, including chalcopyrite, which is the most abundant copper mineral ore. The company has developed a proprietary catalytic technology that enhances copper recovery from vast quantities of ore, addressing significant challenges in mineral processing. This technology integrates with existing heap leaching methods and downstream operations, allowing industrial clients to improve copper yields in a cost-effective and environmentally sustainable manner. Additionally, Jetti's technology is applicable for the extraction of zinc and nickel from sulfide ores, further diversifying its capabilities in mineral processing.

Ivanhoe Electric

Private Equity Round in 2021
Ivanhoe Electric is a minerals exploration and development company based in Vancouver, Canada, founded in 2010. The company is dedicated to discovering and developing new base metal resources, primarily within the United States. Ivanhoe operates through three main segments: the Critical Metals segment focuses on exploring and developing mineral projects essential for electrification; the Data Processing segment offers data analytics, geophysical modeling, and AI services tailored for the mineral, oil and gas, and water exploration industries; and the Energy Storage segment is involved in the development, manufacturing, and installation of energy storage solutions. Through these diverse operations, Ivanhoe Electric aims to contribute to the sustainable development of critical resources.

Uniformity Labs

Series B in 2021
Uniformity Labs, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Fremont, California, specializing in engineered metal powders and additives for three-dimensional printing. Founded in 2014 as a spin-out from Princeton University, the company focuses on research and development in additive manufacturing. Its proprietary materials are designed to enhance the value chain by optimizing particle distribution and phase separation, which increases contact points among particles. This innovation aids clients in accelerating the adoption of industrial additive manufacturing and significantly improving operational efficiency.

Greenstone Gold Mines

Private Equity Round in 2021
Greenstone Gold Mines is focused on the development and operation of an open-pit gold mining project. The company designs and constructs the mine, along with a processing plant and related facilities. By advancing this project, Greenstone aims to contribute to the mining industry while creating employment opportunities for local communities.

Aris Gold Corporation

Private Equity Round in 2020
Aris Gold is a Canadian mining company listed on the TSX under the symbol “ARIS”.

Tacora Resources

Private Equity Round in 2020
Tacora Resources Inc. is engaged in the mining and processing of iron ore mineral reserves, focusing on the development and supply of iron ore concentrate. The company operates in Newfoundland and Labrador, utilizing sustainable methods for mining, transporting, sorting, and delivering iron ore to meet customer demands effectively. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, Tacora Resources aims to revitalize iron ore assets and facilitate iron distribution across the United States and Canada, supporting the growth of clients in the metal industry.

Orla Mining

Post in 2020
Orla Mining conducts advanced gold and silver open-pit and heap leach project. Orla is developing the Camino Rojo Oxide Gold Project located in Zacatecas State, Central Mexico. The project is 100% owned by Orla and covers over 200,000 hectares. Estimated Mineral Reserves as of June 24, 2019, are 44.0 million tonnes at a gold grade of 0.73 grams per tonne (“g/t”) and a silver grade of 14.2 g/t, for total mineral reserves of 1.03 million ounces of gold and 20.1 million ounces of silver. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Nemaska Lithium

Post in 2020
Nemaska Lithium Inc. is a Canadian chemical company focused on the production of lithium hydroxide and lithium carbonate, which are essential for the rapidly growing lithium battery market, particularly for electric vehicles. The company wholly owns the Whabouchi property, a significant spodumene deposit located in the Eeyou Istchee/James Bay area of Quebec, covering 1,632.24 hectares. This deposit is noted for its high volume and grade, with an anticipated mine life of 26 years. Nemaska Lithium is developing a processing plant in Shawinigan, Quebec, which will convert spodumene concentrate from its mine and other sources into high-purity lithium products. The company has also secured a patent for its proprietary process for lithium production and is pursuing further patent protections globally. Established in 2007 and headquartered in Quebec City, Nemaska Lithium aims to play a crucial role in supplying the lithium battery industry, which supports a variety of applications, including electric vehicles and consumer electronics.

Horizonte Minerals

Post in 2019
Horizonte Minerals is a nickel development company based in the United Kingdom, primarily focused on projects in Brazil. It wholly owns the Araguaia nickel laterite project, situated south of the Carajas mineral district, and is also engaged in the Vermelho nickel-cobalt project located in the Carajas region. The company aims to develop Araguaia as its flagship nickel mine, contributing to the production of nickel, which is essential for manufacturing stainless steel and electric vehicles. Through its strategic initiatives, Horizonte Minerals is positioned to play a significant role in the growing demand for nickel in various industrial applications.

Victoria Gold

Acquisition in 2019
Victoria Gold Corp. is a mining company focused on the acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties, primarily targeting gold deposits. Its flagship asset is the Dublin Gulch property in central Yukon, Canada, which encompasses the Eagle and Olive-Shamrock gold deposits over an area of approximately 555 square kilometers. The Eagle Gold Mine Project, located about 375 kilometers north of Whitehorse, is an open-pit, heap leach operation that exemplifies the company's commitment to gold mining. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Victoria Gold Corp. was formerly known as Victoria Resource Corporation before rebranding in 2008.

Premier Gold Mines

Post in 2019
Premier Gold Mines is a mineral exploration company focused on developing gold projects worldwide. They advancing a portfolio of eight projects including two operating mines, two development stage projects and four exploration properties. The company remains focused on creating a low cost, mid-tier gold producer through its two producing gold mines, South Arturo and Mercedes, and through future mine development opportunities at Hardrock in Ontario (Greenstone Gold JV) and at the McCoy-Cove Project in Nevada. Premier Gold Mines was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada.

Aquila Resources

Post in 2019
The company’s experienced management team is currently focused on advancing permitting activities for its 100%-owned gold- and zinc-rich Back Forty Project in Michigan. Aquila’s flagship Back Forty Project is a volcanogenic massive sulfide (VMS) deposit located along the mineral-rich Penokean Volcanic Belt in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. It currently demonstrates a 15.1Mt Measured and Indicated (M&I) resource containing close to 1 million ounces of gold and 1 billion pounds of zinc.

Dalradian Resources

Acquisition in 2018
Dalradian Resources Inc. is a mineral exploration and development company focused on acquiring and developing properties rich in precious metals, primarily gold and silver. The company is dedicated to the advancement of its flagship Curraghinalt project located in Northern Ireland, where it holds a 100% interest in four mineral prospecting licenses and four mining lease option agreements, covering approximately 84,000 hectares in the counties of Tyrone and Londonderry. In addition to its Northern Ireland assets, Dalradian has interests in properties in Norway. Established in 2009 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company was originally named SA Resources Inc. before rebranding in April 2010.

Sydvaranger

Debt Financing in 2018
Sydvaranger is engaged in the iron ore mining industry, operating a project located in Kirkenes, Norway. The company specializes in mine engineering and operational readiness, ensuring efficient extraction and processing of iron ore. In addition to iron, Sydvaranger provides a range of other products including silica, alumina, sulfur, phosphorous, manganese, and various chemicals, thereby meeting diverse customer needs for quality materials.

Highland Copper

Post in 2017
Highland Copper Company Inc. is a Canadian mineral exploration and development firm that focuses on acquiring and advancing copper projects in the Copper Range District of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The company owns the Copperwood copper project and the White Pine copper project, both of which are significant in the region known for its rich copper and silver deposits. Historically, the district produced over 15 billion pounds of copper from 1845 to 1995. Highland Copper has also acquired a substantial land package known as the UPX Properties, spanning approximately 448,000 acres, which enhances its exploration potential. Additionally, the company holds an option to acquire a 65% interest in the Keweenaw Project. By leveraging these assets, Highland Copper aims to establish itself as a key player in the copper mining sector in Michigan, with opportunities for future project development.

Alufer Mining

Private Equity Round in 2016
Alufer Mining Limited is an exploration and development company focused on bauxite mining in Guinea. Founded in 2010 and based in Saint Peter Port, Guernsey, it operates several bauxite projects, including Bel Air, Labe, and Kindia, and holds reconnaissance permits for an iron ore project in Faranah. Alufer Mining is committed to sustainable operations and manages its logistics through a dedicated haul road and an export facility, which enables it to supply high-quality tri-hydrate bauxite with low reactive silica to refineries. The company's activities aim to generate wealth for shareholders while contributing to the economic prosperity of Guinea.

Premier Gold Mines

Post in 2016
Premier Gold Mines is a mineral exploration company focused on developing gold projects worldwide. They advancing a portfolio of eight projects including two operating mines, two development stage projects and four exploration properties. The company remains focused on creating a low cost, mid-tier gold producer through its two producing gold mines, South Arturo and Mercedes, and through future mine development opportunities at Hardrock in Ontario (Greenstone Gold JV) and at the McCoy-Cove Project in Nevada. Premier Gold Mines was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada.
Lydian International is a gold-focused mineral development corporation that specializes in exploring and developing precious metals assets, primarily in Armenia and Georgia. The company's flagship project is the Amulsar Gold Project, which is set to become Armenia's largest gold mine. The project boasts total estimated mineral resources of 5 million ounces, with a targeted annual production of 200,000 ounces. The Mining Right for Amulsar was approved in late 2014, enabling Lydian to advance its development plans. The Amulsar project is designed as a large-scale, low-cost operation that employs open pit mining and conventional heap leach processing techniques.

Lynx Resources

Debt Financing in 2015
Lynx Resources Ltd is a holding company focused on the acquisition and operation of mining assets. It owns and operates the SASA mine, which is a significant producer of zinc, lead, and silver located in Europe. The mine has an annual production capacity of approximately 30,000 tonnes of lead, 22,000 tonnes of zinc, and 400,000 ounces of silver in concentrates. Through its operations, Lynx Resources aims to leverage its resources in the mining sector to achieve sustainable growth and profitability.
The Matilda Gold Project incorporates over 780 square kilometres of tenements including Regent and the Matilda and Williamson Gold Mines containing total JORC resources of 4.3 million ounces of gold. These tenements cover around 45 kilometres of strike along the Wiluna Mine Sequence and 10 kilometres of strike along the Coles Find Sequence. The Wiluna Mine & Coles Find Sequence has historically produced 4 million ounces of gold. All the deposits are within 26 kilometres by existing haul roads of Blackhams recently acquired Gold Plant. With exploration prospects at Mt Poole, Monarch, Carroll Prior, Red Lady, Zenith, Island and Albion in the Lakeway area provides the company with excellent exploration areas for potential future projects. Blackham is currently evaluating the resource extensions of each deposit and reserves to expand the current mining inventory of gold to enable the company to move to the next stage of development.

Aquila Resources

Post in 2015
The company’s experienced management team is currently focused on advancing permitting activities for its 100%-owned gold- and zinc-rich Back Forty Project in Michigan. Aquila’s flagship Back Forty Project is a volcanogenic massive sulfide (VMS) deposit located along the mineral-rich Penokean Volcanic Belt in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. It currently demonstrates a 15.1Mt Measured and Indicated (M&I) resource containing close to 1 million ounces of gold and 1 billion pounds of zinc.

Goldrock Mines

Post in 2015
Goldrock Mines Corp. is a mining company focused on the exploration and development of gold properties in Argentina, specifically targeting its wholly owned Lindero gold project located in Salta Province. Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, the company was previously known as Mansfield Minerals Inc. and rebranded in January 2013. Goldrock Mines is dedicated to advancing the Lindero project, which is a significant asset in its portfolio. As of July 2016, the company operates as a subsidiary of Fortuna Silver Mines Inc.

Aldridge Minerals

Post in 2014
Aldridge Minerals Inc. is a development stage mining company based in Toronto, Canada, primarily focused on the exploration and advancement of its Yenipazar polymetallic project in Turkey. This project encompasses a significant mineral deposit that includes gold, silver, copper, lead, and zinc, covering an area of 100 square kilometers located east-southeast of Ankara. Established in 1994, Aldridge aims to capitalize on Turkey's commitment to developing its natural resources and its position as an emerging economic player. The company also explores other mineral properties in the region, enhancing its portfolio within the mining sector. As of December 2018, Aldridge operates as a subsidiary of Virtus Mining Ltd.

Horizon Minerals

Post in 2014
Horizon Minerals Limited is an emerging mid-tier gold producer with high-quality projects located in the heart of the West Australian goldfields. The Company hosts 1.12Moz of gold in Resources and has significant open cut and underground growth potential.

Stornoway Diamond

Post in 2014
Stornoway Diamond Corporation is a Canadian company engaged in the mining, acquisition, and exploration of diamond properties. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Longueuil, Canada, its principal asset is the fully-owned Renard Mine, located in north-central Quebec, which is on track to become the province's first diamond mine. The company is focused on growth through the development of its flagship asset as well as a portfolio of exploration projects across Canada, including properties such as Adamantin, Qilalugaq, and Pikoo. Stornoway aims to enhance its position in the diamond industry by leveraging its exploration and development capabilities in one of the world's most favorable mining jurisdictions.

Claude Resources

Private Equity Round in 2014
Claude Resources Inc. is a fully integrated Canadian gold exploration and mining Company that has the proven ability to "Discover.

Nevada Copper

Post in 2013
Nevada Copper is a mining company focused on the identification, acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties, primarily in Nevada. The company specializes in copper, gold, silver, and iron ores, with its main asset being the Pumpkin Hollow property, located near Yerington, Nevada. This property features an underground mine designed to support a milling capacity of 5,000 tons per day. Established in 1999 and based in Reno, Nevada, the company was previously known as Astron Resources Corporation before rebranding in 2006.

Aurcana

Post in 2013
Aurcana Corporation is a Canadian mining company engaged in the exploration, development, and operation of natural resource properties primarily in the United States and Mexico. The company's key assets include the La Negra mine in Queretaro State, Mexico, which produces silver-lead, zinc, and copper concentrates, with silver accounting for approximately 45% of its revenue. Additionally, Aurcana owns the Shafter Project, a pure-silver deposit located in Presidio County, Texas. Established in 1917 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Aurcana has undergone significant changes, including a reverse merger with Ouray Silver Mines Inc. in 2018. The company is led by an experienced management team focused on sustainable growth and value creation for its shareholders and stakeholders.

Karora Resources

Post in 2013
Karora Resources Inc. is a mining company focused on the exploration and production of gold and nickel resources in Australia and Canada. The company operates the Beta Hunt Gold Mine and the Higginsville Gold Operations in Western Australia, alongside the Spargos Reward Gold Project, which spans 33 square kilometers in the Eastern Goldfields region. Additionally, Karora holds a 28% interest in a nickel joint venture that encompasses the Dumont Nickel-Cobalt Project located in Quebec, Canada. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Toronto, Karora Resources aims to create value through its diverse mineral assets and ongoing development initiatives.

Dart Mining Nl

Private Equity Round in 2013
Dart Mining NL is a mineral exploration company based in Corryong, Australia, that focuses on discovering precious, base, and minor metals in Northeast Victoria. Established in 2006, the company primarily investigates deposits of lithium, gold, silver, copper, molybdenum, zinc, tungsten, tin, and tantalum. Its flagship project is the Buckland Gold project, which underscores its commitment to exploring orogenic gold and porphyry base metals, along with critical minerals. Dart Mining is dedicated to advancing its exploration activities in a region known for its diverse mineral potential.
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