NextSource Materials Announces Updated Feasibility Study Results for Molo Mine Expansion to 150k tpa of SuperFlake(R) Graphite Concentrate
Original announcement by tmx on
- Company
- NextSource Materials Inc.
- Ticker
- NEXT
- Exchange
- TSX
- Region
- Madagascar
- Primary commodity
- Graphite
- Secondary commodities
- None reported
- Document categories
- Resource update, Metallurgy
- Extracted
- 2026-09-12 14:31:48 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
NextSource Materials announced positive results from an updated Feasibility Study for its Molo Graphite Mine expansion in Madagascar, targeting 150,000 tonnes per annum of SuperFlake® graphite concentrate over a 37-year life of mine. The study reports a pre-tax NPV of US$402.5 million and a pre-tax IRR of 21.0%, with a high overall graphite recovery of 92.0%. However, the company highlighted a new regulatory risk from the Government of Madagascar regarding a potential minimum 10% non-dilutable State participation, which could materially impact the project's economics.
Reasoning: The updated Feasibility Study confirms the strong economic viability and technical robustness of expanding the Molo Graphite Mine to 150 ktpa, supported by high recovery and substantial resources/reserves. However, new regulatory risks in Madagascar regarding State participation introduce material uncertainty and potential adverse effects on the project's economics, tempering the overall positive outlook.
Positive factors
- Positive economic metrics (NPV, IRR) from the Feasibility Study
- Significant increase in production capacity to 150 ktpa
- High overall graphite recovery of 92.0%
- Substantial Measured and Indicated Mineral Resources and Proven and Probable Reserves
- Feasibility Study prepared by independent consultants and Qualified Persons
- Staged expansion approach designed to reduce operating risk and financing costs
Negative factors
- Significant regulatory risk from the Government of Madagascar regarding potential minimum 10% non-dilutable State participation
- Potential material adverse effect on project economics due to free-carried State interest
- Uncertainty regarding timing and implementation of expansion due to regulatory changes
- Inferred material (2,520 kt) included in the Life of Mine production schedule, which carries lower confidence
Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.
Facts used in scoring: 18
Classification and evidence
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: The document reports 'Measured Mineral Resources of 23.51 Mt at 6.31% Cg.', indicating the highest confidence category for a portion of the resource.
Evidence · text
“Measured Mineral Resources of 23.51 Mt at 6.31% Cg.”
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: The document reports 'Indicated Mineral Resources of 76.75 Mt at 6.25% Cg.', indicating a reasonable level of geological confidence for a significant portion of the resource.
Evidence · text
“Indicated Mineral Resources of 76.75 Mt at 6.25% Cg.”
Proven Reservepositive
Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: The document reports 'Proven Reserves Total 21,356 kt' at 6.39% Cg, indicating a high-confidence, economically viable reserve.
Evidence · table
“21,356”
Context: Proven Reserves
Probable Reservepositive
Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: The document reports 'Probable Reserves Total 61,228 kt' at 6.23% Cg, indicating an economically viable reserve with good confidence.
Evidence · table
“61,228”
Context: Probable Reserves
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: The release explicitly states that 'Scientific and technical information presented in this press release was reviewed and approved by the following Qualified Persons as defined under NI 43-101'.
Evidence · text
“Scientific and technical information presented in this press release was reviewed and approved by the following Qualified Persons as defined under NI 43-101”
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: The resource and reserve estimates are stated to be prepared by 'Qualified Persons as defined under NI 43-101'.
Evidence · text
“Qualified Persons as defined under NI 43-101”
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: The document clearly states cut-off grades for different material types, such as 'Low-Grade' Resources at 2% Cg and 'High-Grade' Resources at 4% Cg, and a Reserve cut-off grade of 3% Cg.
Evidence · text
“"Low-Grade" Resources are stated at a cut-off grade of 2% Cg. (5) "High-Grade" Resources are stated at a cut-off grade of 4% Cg. (7) Assumes a Reserve cut-off grade of 3% Cg has been applied”
Resource Updateneutral
Revised estimate for an existing resource — compare to prior to assess progress.
Why it applies: The document announces 'Updated Feasibility Study Results' which includes updated Mineral Resource and Reserve Estimates.
Evidence · text
“Updated Feasibility Study Results”
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: The document is an 'updated Technical Feasibility Study', which is equivalent to a Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) and supports project development.
Evidence · text
“updated Technical Feasibility Study”
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: The document reports 'Inferred Mineral Resources of 40.91 Mt at 5.78% Cg.', which is a speculative category with limited geological confidence.
Evidence · text
“Inferred Mineral Resources of 40.91 Mt at 5.78% Cg.”
Dilutive Growthnegative
Tonnage increased but contained metal flat or down — likely from lower cut-off grade, not geological expansion.
Why it applies: The Life of Mine production schedule includes 2,520 kt of inferred material, which has lower confidence and can dilute the overall resource quality.
Evidence · text
“Over the life of the mine, 2,520 kt (4.5% of the total ore tonnes in the ROM production schedule) of inferred material above this cut-off has been included in the life of mine production schedule.”
High Recoverypositive
Recovery at or above the exceptional band for the commodity and processing route.
Why it applies: The overall graphitic carbon recovery into the final concentrate is reported as 92.0%, which is an exceptional recovery for graphite flotation.
Evidence · text
“The overall graphitic carbon recovery into the final concentrate is 92.0%”
Pilot Scale Completepositive
Pilot or demonstration plant testing completed under continuous operation.
Why it applies: The metallurgical test work included 'a bulk sample/pilot plant program', indicating a high level of test maturity.
Evidence · text
“a bulk sample/pilot plant program”
Multi-Domain Testedpositive
Variability across ore domains (oxide, transition, fresh) has been addressed.
Why it applies: The metallurgical program included 'metallurgical optimization and variability program', suggesting testing across different ore characteristics.
Evidence · text
“metallurgical optimization and variability program”
Mill Routeneutral
Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
Why it applies: The document refers to 'processing operation' and 'processing modules' to produce 'concentrate', implying a conventional mill-based processing route like flotation.
Evidence · text
“processing operation”
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 18. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Resource Estimates (13)
measuredMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteTonnes: 13025000Grade: 4.64Grade Unit: % CgContained Metal: 604Contained Unit: ktView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2025-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Keith Wilson, Damian Pianta, Jeremy Tape, Greg Gold, Philip John Hancox, Desmond Subramani, Oliver Peters, Clive Brown, Andreas Savvas, Alkie Marais
- Resource group id
- resource:305617c0ee14310bf758
- Material type
- Low-Grade
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 13025000
- Grade
- 4.64
- Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Contained Metal
- 604
- Contained Unit
- kt
- Cutoff Grade
- 2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cg
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2025-03-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Measured Low-Grade resource provides high confidence tonnage and grade, contributing positively to the project's economic viability, despite the regulatory uncertainty.
Positive factors
- High confidence Measured category
- Good grade for graphite
- Supports mine plan
Negative factors
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“4.64”
Context: 13,025
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No QP/CP Disclosurenegative
No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
Why it applies: no Qualified or Competent Person is named anywhere in the release
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
measuredMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteTonnes: 10480000Grade: 8.4Grade Unit: % CgContained Metal: 880Contained Unit: ktView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2025-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Keith Wilson, Damian Pianta, Jeremy Tape, Greg Gold, Philip John Hancox, Desmond Subramani, Oliver Peters, Clive Brown, Andreas Savvas, Alkie Marais
- Resource group id
- resource:f70cd64abe634629656d
- Material type
- High-Grade
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 10480000
- Grade
- 8.4
- Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Contained Metal
- 880
- Contained Unit
- kt
- Cutoff Grade
- 4
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cg
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2025-03-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Measured High-Grade resource represents a significant, high-quality component of the project, enhancing its economic potential despite the regulatory risks.
Positive factors
- High confidence Measured category
- Excellent high-grade graphite
- Supports mine plan
Negative factors
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“8.40”
Context: 10,480
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No QP/CP Disclosurenegative
No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
Why it applies: no Qualified or Competent Person is named anywhere in the release
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
measuredMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteTonnes: 23505000Grade: 6.31Grade Unit: % CgContained Metal: 1484Contained Unit: ktView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2025-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Keith Wilson, Damian Pianta, Jeremy Tape, Greg Gold, Philip John Hancox, Desmond Subramani, Oliver Peters, Clive Brown, Andreas Savvas, Alkie Marais
- Resource group id
- resource:3ef09cfd61ebf444236e
- Material type
- Total
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 23505000
- Grade
- 6.31
- Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Contained Metal
- 1484
- Contained Unit
- kt
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2025-03-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The total Measured resource provides a strong foundation for the project, indicating a high level of geological confidence and economic potential, despite external regulatory challenges.
Positive factors
- Substantial Measured resource base
- Good average grade for graphite
- High confidence category
Negative factors
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“6.31”
Context: 23,505
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No QP/CP Disclosurenegative
No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
Why it applies: no Qualified or Competent Person is named anywhere in the release
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
indicatedMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteTonnes: 39539000Grade: 4.73Grade Unit: % CgContained Metal: 1871Contained Unit: ktView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2025-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Keith Wilson, Damian Pianta, Jeremy Tape, Greg Gold, Philip John Hancox, Desmond Subramani, Oliver Peters, Clive Brown, Andreas Savvas, Alkie Marais
- Resource group id
- resource:6b958b4e09d4c401f3b9
- Material type
- Low-Grade
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 39539000
- Grade
- 4.73
- Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Contained Metal
- 1871
- Contained Unit
- kt
- Cutoff Grade
- 2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cg
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2025-03-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Indicated Low-Grade resource adds significant tonnage with good confidence, supporting the project's long-term potential, though with inherent risks of the category and jurisdiction.
Positive factors
- Indicated resource category provides good geological confidence
- Good grade for graphite
Negative factors
- Lower confidence than Measured resources
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“4.73”
Context: 39,539
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No QP/CP Disclosurenegative
No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
Why it applies: no Qualified or Competent Person is named anywhere in the release
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
indicatedMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteTonnes: 37207000Grade: 7.86Grade Unit: % CgContained Metal: 2925Contained Unit: ktView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2025-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Keith Wilson, Damian Pianta, Jeremy Tape, Greg Gold, Philip John Hancox, Desmond Subramani, Oliver Peters, Clive Brown, Andreas Savvas, Alkie Marais
- Resource group id
- resource:3b0b3452a19bea68752e
- Material type
- High-Grade
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 37207000
- Grade
- 7.86
- Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Contained Metal
- 2925
- Contained Unit
- kt
- Cutoff Grade
- 4
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cg
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2025-03-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Indicated High-Grade resource significantly contributes to the project's overall value, offering substantial high-quality material with good geological confidence, despite the regulatory environment.
Positive factors
- Indicated resource category provides good geological confidence
- High-grade graphite material
Negative factors
- Lower confidence than Measured resources
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“7.86”
Context: 37,207
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No QP/CP Disclosurenegative
No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
Why it applies: no Qualified or Competent Person is named anywhere in the release
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
indicatedMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteTonnes: 76746000Grade: 6.25Grade Unit: % CgContained Metal: 4796Contained Unit: ktView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2025-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Keith Wilson, Damian Pianta, Jeremy Tape, Greg Gold, Philip John Hancox, Desmond Subramani, Oliver Peters, Clive Brown, Andreas Savvas, Alkie Marais
- Resource group id
- resource:07154073b726a2c2fc67
- Material type
- Total
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 76746000
- Grade
- 6.25
- Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Contained Metal
- 4796
- Contained Unit
- kt
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2025-03-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The total Indicated resource provides a significant and well-defined portion of the project's mineral inventory, supporting future development plans, despite the regulatory risks.
Positive factors
- Substantial Indicated resource base
- Good average grade for graphite
- Good geological confidence
Negative factors
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“6.25”
Context: 76,746
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No QP/CP Disclosurenegative
No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
Why it applies: no Qualified or Competent Person is named anywhere in the release
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
indicatedMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteTonnes: 100250000Grade: 6.26Grade Unit: % CgContained Metal: 6280Contained Unit: ktView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2025-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Keith Wilson, Damian Pianta, Jeremy Tape, Greg Gold, Philip John Hancox, Desmond Subramani, Oliver Peters, Clive Brown, Andreas Savvas, Alkie Marais
- Resource group id
- resource:9e9d7d67a4968622bbda
- Material type
- Total Measured + Indicated
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 100250000
- Grade
- 6.26
- Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Contained Metal
- 6280
- Contained Unit
- kt
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2025-03-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The combined Measured and Indicated resource represents a robust and substantial mineral inventory, providing a strong basis for the project's expansion and long-term operations, despite the regulatory uncertainties.
Positive factors
- Very large Measured and Indicated resource base
- Good average grade for graphite
- High geological confidence for economic studies
Negative factors
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“6.26”
Context: 100,250
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No QP/CP Disclosurenegative
No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
Why it applies: no Qualified or Competent Person is named anywhere in the release
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
inferredMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteTonnes: 24233000Grade: 4.46Grade Unit: % CgContained Metal: 1081Contained Unit: ktView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2025-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Keith Wilson, Damian Pianta, Jeremy Tape, Greg Gold, Philip John Hancox, Desmond Subramani, Oliver Peters, Clive Brown, Andreas Savvas, Alkie Marais
- Resource group id
- resource:50f3ad34f4fac2f8a4da
- Material type
- Low-Grade
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 24233000
- Grade
- 4.46
- Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Contained Metal
- 1081
- Contained Unit
- kt
- Cutoff Grade
- 2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cg
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2025-03-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Inferred Low-Grade resource provides exploration upside but requires further drilling to upgrade confidence, and its inclusion in the LOM production schedule introduces risk.
Positive factors
- Adds potential for future resource conversion
- Good grade for graphite
Negative factors
- Inferred category has lowest confidence
- Cannot be used for economic studies without further drilling
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“4.46”
Context: 24,233
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No QP/CP Disclosurenegative
No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
Why it applies: no Qualified or Competent Person is named anywhere in the release
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
inferredMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteTonnes: 16681000Grade: 7.7Grade Unit: % CgContained Metal: 1285Contained Unit: ktView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2025-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Keith Wilson, Damian Pianta, Jeremy Tape, Greg Gold, Philip John Hancox, Desmond Subramani, Oliver Peters, Clive Brown, Andreas Savvas, Alkie Marais
- Resource group id
- resource:a8b6bddf970aa89b0710
- Material type
- High-Grade
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 16681000
- Grade
- 7.7
- Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Contained Metal
- 1285
- Contained Unit
- kt
- Cutoff Grade
- 4
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cg
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2025-03-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Inferred High-Grade resource represents significant future potential but requires further de-risking through additional drilling and is subject to regulatory uncertainties.
Positive factors
- High-grade material offers significant upside potential
- Adds potential for future resource conversion
Negative factors
- Inferred category has lowest confidence
- Cannot be used for economic studies without further drilling
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“7.70”
Context: 16,681
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No QP/CP Disclosurenegative
No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
Why it applies: no Qualified or Competent Person is named anywhere in the release
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
inferredMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteTonnes: 40914000Grade: 5.78Grade Unit: % CgContained Metal: 2366Contained Unit: ktView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Effective date
- 2025-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Keith Wilson, Damian Pianta, Jeremy Tape, Greg Gold, Philip John Hancox, Desmond Subramani, Oliver Peters, Clive Brown, Andreas Savvas, Alkie Marais
- Resource group id
- resource:2a3cb6267b910da1470d
- Material type
- Total
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 40914000
- Grade
- 5.78
- Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Contained Metal
- 2366
- Contained Unit
- kt
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2025-03-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The total Inferred resource provides substantial future potential but its low confidence category and inclusion in the LOM production schedule represent a notable risk, compounded by regulatory uncertainties.
Positive factors
- Adds significant potential tonnage for future growth
- Good average grade for graphite
Negative factors
- Inferred category has lowest confidence and cannot support economic studies
- Inclusion of inferred material in LOM production schedule adds risk
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“5.78”
Context: 40,914
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No QP/CP Disclosurenegative
No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
Why it applies: no Qualified or Competent Person is named anywhere in the release
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
provenMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteTonnes: 21356000Grade: 6.39Grade Unit: % CgContained Metal: 1365Contained Unit: ktView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Effective date
- 2025-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Keith Wilson, Damian Pianta, Jeremy Tape, Greg Gold, Philip John Hancox, Desmond Subramani, Oliver Peters, Clive Brown, Andreas Savvas, Alkie Marais
- Resource group id
- resource:76eeb9ae240fc0a29e1e
- Material type
- Total
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- proven
- Tonnes
- 21356000
- Grade
- 6.39
- Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Contained Metal
- 1365
- Contained Unit
- kt
- Cutoff Grade
- 3
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cg
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2025-03-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Proven Reserve represents a highly confident and economically viable portion of the project, providing a strong basis for financing and development, despite the regulatory risks.
Positive factors
- Highest confidence Proven Reserve category
- Good grade for graphite
- Demonstrates economic viability
Negative factors
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“6.39”
Context: 21,356
Tags used in scoring
Proven Reservepositive
Measured Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "proven"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No QP/CP Disclosurenegative
No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
Why it applies: no Qualified or Competent Person is named anywhere in the release
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
probableMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteTonnes: 61228000Grade: 6.23Grade Unit: % CgContained Metal: 3815Contained Unit: ktView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Effective date
- 2025-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Keith Wilson, Damian Pianta, Jeremy Tape, Greg Gold, Philip John Hancox, Desmond Subramani, Oliver Peters, Clive Brown, Andreas Savvas, Alkie Marais
- Resource group id
- resource:78ca30c20fd62c5fd245
- Material type
- Total
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- probable
- Tonnes
- 61228000
- Grade
- 6.23
- Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Contained Metal
- 3815
- Contained Unit
- kt
- Cutoff Grade
- 3
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cg
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2025-03-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Probable Reserve adds substantial economically viable material, providing a strong basis for the project's expansion and long-term operations, despite the regulatory risks.
Positive factors
- High confidence Probable Reserve category
- Good grade for graphite
- Demonstrates economic viability
Negative factors
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“6.23”
Context: 61,228
Tags used in scoring
Probable Reservepositive
Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "probable"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No QP/CP Disclosurenegative
No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
Why it applies: no Qualified or Competent Person is named anywhere in the release
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
probableMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteTonnes: 82584000Grade: 6.27Grade Unit: % CgContained Metal: 5181Contained Unit: ktView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- reserve
- Effective date
- 2025-03-31T00:00:00.000Z
- Reporting standards
- ni_43_101
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Keith Wilson, Damian Pianta, Jeremy Tape, Greg Gold, Philip John Hancox, Desmond Subramani, Oliver Peters, Clive Brown, Andreas Savvas, Alkie Marais
- Resource group id
- resource:4813fe801c2d955d44eb
- Material type
- Total
- Ownership percent
- 100 %
Resource Data
- Category
- probable
- Tonnes
- 82584000
- Grade
- 6.27
- Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Contained Metal
- 5181
- Contained Unit
- kt
- Cutoff Grade
- 3
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cg
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2025-03-31
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The total Reserve estimate confirms a large, economically viable portion of the project, providing a strong foundation for the planned expansion, despite the regulatory risks.
Positive factors
- Substantial total Reserve base
- Good average grade for graphite
- Demonstrates overall economic viability
Negative factors
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“6.27”
Context: 82,584
Tags used in scoring
Probable Reservepositive
Indicated Resource with demonstrated economic viability after applying modifying factors.
Why it applies: category is "probable"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
NI 43-101 Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101
No QP/CP Disclosurenegative
No Qualified Person or Competent Person named — lower credibility for the estimate. A QP/CP should be a member of a recognized professional association with relevant experience.
Why it applies: no Qualified or Competent Person is named anywhere in the release
DFS-Supportingneutral
Resource estimate prepared to support a Definitive Feasibility Study — requires high M&I confidence.
Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports
Metallurgical Results (5)
pilot plantMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteRecovery: 92 %Head Grade: 6.27Head Grade Unit: % CgView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Test Work
- Program Status
- detailed
- Test Type
- pilot plant
- Processing Route
- flotation
- Sample
- overall graphitic carbon
Recovery
- Recovery
- 92 %
- Recovery Basis
- actual_test
- Head Grade
- 6.27
- Head Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Conc. Grade
- 97
- Conc. Grade Unit
- % Cg
- Mass Pull
- 5.9 %
Lab
- Laboratory
- SGS Canada Metallurgical Services Inc.
- Consultant
- Stantec Consulting International Ltd.
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The high overall graphite recovery of 92.0% from pilot plant testwork is a strong positive, indicating efficient processing and supporting the project's economic viability, despite external regulatory risks.
Positive factors
- Exceptional graphite recovery for the processing route
- Pilot scale testwork provides high confidence
- High concentrate grade achieved
Negative factors
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“92.0%”
Context: Recovery: Cg (% wt:wt)
Tags used in scoring
Mill Routeneutral
Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal
Pilot Scale Completepositive
Pilot or demonstration plant testing completed under continuous operation.
Why it applies: test_type names pilot-scale work
pilot plantMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Test Work
- Program Status
- detailed
- Test Type
- pilot plant
- Processing Route
- flotation
- Sample
- +50 mesh product
Recovery
- Recovery Basis
- unspecified
- Conc. Grade
- 97.1
- Conc. Grade Unit
- % Cg
Lab
- Laboratory
- SGS Canada Metallurgical Services Inc.
- Consultant
- Stantec Consulting International Ltd.
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The high concentrate grade for the +50 mesh product indicates a valuable, high-quality graphite product, enhancing marketability despite regulatory uncertainties.
Positive factors
- High concentrate grade for large flake graphite
- Supports premium product sales
Negative factors
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“97.1”
Context: +50 mesh
Tags used in scoring
Mill Routeneutral
Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal
Pilot Scale Completepositive
Pilot or demonstration plant testing completed under continuous operation.
Why it applies: test_type names pilot-scale work
pilot plantMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Test Work
- Program Status
- detailed
- Test Type
- pilot plant
- Processing Route
- flotation
- Sample
- -50 to +80 mesh product
Recovery
- Recovery Basis
- unspecified
- Conc. Grade
- 96.9
- Conc. Grade Unit
- % Cg
Lab
- Laboratory
- SGS Canada Metallurgical Services Inc.
- Consultant
- Stantec Consulting International Ltd.
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The high concentrate grade for the -50 to +80 mesh product indicates a valuable, high-quality graphite product, enhancing marketability despite regulatory uncertainties.
Positive factors
- High concentrate grade for medium flake graphite
- Supports premium product sales
Negative factors
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“96.9”
Context: -50 to +80 mesh
Tags used in scoring
Mill Routeneutral
Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal
Pilot Scale Completepositive
Pilot or demonstration plant testing completed under continuous operation.
Why it applies: test_type names pilot-scale work
pilot plantMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Test Work
- Program Status
- detailed
- Test Type
- pilot plant
- Processing Route
- flotation
- Sample
- -80 to +100 mesh product
Recovery
- Recovery Basis
- unspecified
- Conc. Grade
- 97.4
- Conc. Grade Unit
- % Cg
Lab
- Laboratory
- SGS Canada Metallurgical Services Inc.
- Consultant
- Stantec Consulting International Ltd.
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The high concentrate grade for the -80 to +100 mesh product indicates a valuable, high-quality graphite product, enhancing marketability despite regulatory uncertainties.
Positive factors
- High concentrate grade for fine flake graphite
- Supports premium product sales
Negative factors
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“97.4”
Context: -80 to +100 mesh
Tags used in scoring
Mill Routeneutral
Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal
Pilot Scale Completepositive
Pilot or demonstration plant testing completed under continuous operation.
Why it applies: test_type names pilot-scale work
pilot plantMolo Graphite Mine Project · graphiteView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Molo Graphite Mine Project
- Commodity
- graphite
- Region
- madagascar
- Reported Region
- Madagascar
- Ticker
- NEXT
Test Work
- Program Status
- detailed
- Test Type
- pilot plant
- Processing Route
- flotation
- Sample
- -100 mesh product
Recovery
- Recovery Basis
- unspecified
- Conc. Grade
- 97.8
- Conc. Grade Unit
- % Cg
Lab
- Laboratory
- SGS Canada Metallurgical Services Inc.
- Consultant
- Stantec Consulting International Ltd.
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-07-27T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The high concentrate grade for the -100 mesh product indicates a valuable, high-quality graphite product, enhancing marketability despite regulatory uncertainties.
Positive factors
- High concentrate grade for fine flake graphite
- Supports premium product sales
Negative factors
- Regulatory risk in Madagascar
Evidence · table
“97.8”
Context: -100 mesh
Tags used in scoring
Mill Routeneutral
Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).
Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal
Pilot Scale Completepositive
Pilot or demonstration plant testing completed under continuous operation.
Why it applies: test_type names pilot-scale work
How Atlas produces this analysis
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