Negotions for the grant of mining leases have been initiated.
December 31, 2004
Continued development of the African supply chain and metallurgical test work on bulk samples from the Mt Deans, Brockman and Binneringie projects.
September 30, 2004
Preliminary metallurgical testing commenced on bulk samples from an existing trial pit. Initial laboratory results indicate that some liberation and concentration of tantalum bearing minerals can be achieved at the fine grind sizes used.