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Sandfire Resources is an Australian mining and exploration company focused on copper and other minerals. The company operates several key segments, including the DeGrussa operations in Australia, the MATSA operations in Spain, the Black Butte Project in the United States, and the Motheo operations in Botswana. The MATSA operation, which includes a polymetallic mining complex with three underground mines and a central processing facility, is the primary revenue generator for Sandfire. This facility processes approximately 4.7 million tonnes per annum and produces copper, zinc, and lead concentrates, which are delivered to customers in Spain. Through its diverse projects and geographic presence, Sandfire Resources aims to enhance its position in the global mining sector.

Antofagasta plc is a prominent Chilean copper mining company headquartered in London. Founded in 1888, it has established itself as one of the leading international copper producers, with its operations primarily centered in Chile. The company operates four major copper mines: Los Pelambres, Centinela, Antucoya, and Zaldívar, the latter being co-owned with Barrick Gold. In addition to copper, these mines produce significant by-products such as molybdenum, gold, and silver. Antofagasta also has a transport division, providing essential rail and road cargo services to the mining sector in northern Chile. With a strong focus on growth opportunities, the company continues to play a vital role in the mining industry, leveraging its extensive experience and resources to support global copper demand.

Liontown Resources Limited is a mineral exploration and development company based in West Perth, Australia. Founded in 2006, it focuses on the exploration and evaluation of various mineral properties, primarily in Western Australia. The company specializes in lithium and tantalum projects, with its flagship Kathleen Valley project serving as a key asset. In addition to lithium, Liontown Resources is involved in the exploration of gold, vanadium, copper, nickel, and platinum group elements. The company aims to support the growing demand for battery minerals driven by the Electric Vehicle and Energy Storage industries, positioning itself as a significant player in the sustainable minerals sector.

Shyam Metalics and Energy Limited is an integrated metal producer focused on manufacturing long steel products, including iron pellets, sponge iron, steel billets, TMT bars, structural products, wire rods, and ferro alloys. The company primarily generates revenue from the sale of these manufactured products, which constitute its sole business segment. Shyam Metalics serves a diverse clientele, including both institutional customers and end-users, with notable domestic clients such as Jindal Stainless Limited and Rimjhim Ispat. Additionally, the company has established a significant international presence, supplying products to clients like Norecom DMCC, POSCO International Corporation, and Traxys North America LLC. To enhance distribution, Shyam Metalics partners with 42 distributors across 13 states and one union territory in India, ensuring widespread availability of its products.

Champion Iron is a Canadian company focused on the exploration and development of iron ore properties. Based in Quebec's Labrador Trough, one of Canada’s premier iron ore mining districts, Champion Iron holds extensive land with highly prospective iron ore claims. The company operates several projects, including Fire Lake North, Powderhorn/Gullbridge, Moire, Quinto Claims, Harvey Tuttle, and O'keefe-Purdy. Its primary revenue comes from the production of iron ore concentrate.

Taseko Mines is a Canadian mining company engaged in the production and sale of metals, primarily operating in North America. The company focuses on the exploration and development of its mining properties, which include the Gibraltar, Aley, New Prosperity, and Yellowhead projects located in British Columbia, Canada, as well as the Florence Copper project in Arizona, United States. Taseko Mines is committed to advancing its mining operations while contributing to regional economic development.

Vedanta Resources Limited, a global diversified natural resources company, engages in the exploration, extraction, and processing of minerals and oil & gas. Headquartered in London, the company operates through seven segments: Zinc-India, Zinc-International, Oil & Gas, Iron Ore, Copper-India/Australia, Aluminium, and Power. Vedanta produces a range of metals including zinc, lead, silver, copper, aluminum, and iron ore, as well as oil & gas and power. It also engages in port and infrastructure operations, refining of precious metals, manufacture of various products, and accommodation and catering services. The company operates in India, South Africa, Namibia, Ireland, Australia, and other countries, with a significant presence in India. Vedanta is a subsidiary of Volcan Investments Limited and was founded in 1976.

Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. is a Canadian precious metals mining company focused on silver production, with operating mines located in Peru and Mexico. Established in 2005, Fortuna has pursued a growth strategy centered on acquiring silver-rich exploration projects and producing mines in Latin America. As of December 31, 2014, the company reported mineral reserves containing approximately 41 million ounces of silver and 252,000 ounces of gold. In 2014, Fortuna achieved silver production of 6.6 million ounces and gold production of 35,316 ounces, with an all-in sustaining cash cost of $14.48 per ounce of silver. The company anticipates similar production levels for 2015, while also focusing on increasing reserves and production through its expertise in the region. Fortuna is committed to operating profitability and maintaining strong community and environmental practices. The company is financially stable, with no long-term debt, and employs over 1,600 people across Canada, Peru, and Mexico, with its headquarters in Vancouver.

Horizonte Minerals is a United Kingdom-based nickel development company focused on mineral projects in Brazil. The company wholly owns the Araguaia nickel laterite project, situated to the south of the Carajas mineral district in northern Brazil, which it is developing as the next significant nickel mine in the region. Additionally, Horizonte holds the Vermelho nickel-cobalt project located in the Carajas area. The nickel produced by the company is primarily utilized in stainless steel manufacturing and electric vehicle production, highlighting its role in the evolving energy landscape.

Perseus Mining Limited is an Australia-based gold mining company recognized for its successful exploration activities in West Africa. Established in 2004, Perseus transitioned from exploration to production with the commencement of commercial operations at its Edikan Gold Mine in Ghana in 2012. The company operates three majority-owned mines: Edikan, Sissingué, and Yaouré, producing approximately 510,000 ounces of gold in the fiscal year 2024. The Edikan mine holds significant gold resources, including measured, indicated, and inferred reserves. In addition to its existing operations, Perseus acquired the Meyas Sand gold project in Sudan in 2022 and the Nyanzaga gold project in Tanzania in fiscal 2024, although development at Meyas Sand is currently on hold due to regional instability. Perseus Mining is committed to enhancing shareholder returns through prudent investment strategies and aims to establish itself as a leading multi-mine gold producer in West Africa. The company's management team is experienced and focused on achieving growth through exploration and efficient operations.

Lundin Gold Inc. is a mining company based in Canada, primarily focused on advancing its Fruta del Norte gold project in Southeast Ecuador. The company holds interests in 36 mining concessions, covering approximately 86,000 hectares, with the Fruta del Norte project comprising two concessions that span around 5,000 hectares. Located about 80 kilometers east of Loja, Ecuador's fourth largest city, the project is situated within a significant copper-gold metallogenic sub-province in the Cordillera del Condor region. Incorporated in 1986 and headquartered in Vancouver, Lundin Gold was previously known as Fortress Minerals Corp. before its name change in December 2014. The company continues to develop its portfolio of mineral concessions while focusing on the potential of the Fruta del Norte gold deposit.

Technogenia specializes in tungsten carbide metallurgy, focusing on the manufacture of abrasion-resistant and anti-wear welding products and coatings. Utilizing high-power laser technology, the company aims to enhance hardness and durability in its offerings. Technogenia serves various industries, including oil and gas drilling, mining, and the iron and steel sector, providing solutions that effectively address abrasion challenges faced by its clients.