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Future Metals NL (ASX:FME)

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Current share price for FME : $0.012 -0.008 (-40%)+
Announcement
Release
16 Apr 2026 9:39AM
Price at Release
$0.020
Full Release
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Summary
Future Metals NL has completed an independent engineering assessment for the Savannah Plant as part of its strategy to develop the Panton PGM Project more efficiently. The assessment highlighted a potential reduction in initial project capital by approximately A$74 million, and up to A$96 million with plant configuration modifications. A scoping study and feasibility study will further explore the Savannah option, which is expected to reduce risks and costs, especially given the significant increase in PGM concentrate prices. The company aims to negotiate with Zeta Resources to maximize asset value, while the approval process benefits from existing mining leases and permits. Future plans include detailed scoping studies, trade-off assessments, and optimization work, positioning the Panton Project for advantageous development timelines.
Key Points
  • Independent engineering assessment of Savannah Plant for Panton project.
  • Potential capital savings of A$74 million to A$96 million identified.
  • Savannah option could reduce upfront capital costs significantly.
  • Increased PGM concentrate prices improve project economics.
  • Feasibility study to follow scoping studies and optimization work.
  • Negotiations with Zeta Resources to maximize asset value.
  • Savannah option benefits from existing mining leases and permits.
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