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Volt Resources Ltd
ASX:VRC
Volt Resources Ltd (ASX:VRC) is a critical minerals and battery material company with a 70% interest in the Zavalievsky Graphite (ZG) business in Ukraine. The ZG mine and processing facilities have been in operation since 1934 and are near key markets with significant developments in lithium-ion battery production. Volt has acquired three licence applications in Serbia that are prospective for lithium-borate mineralisation. The company is also progressing the development of its large wholly-owned Bunyu Graphite Project in Tanzania.
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Volt Resources advances two high-quality graphite assets to become an integrated natural graphite anode producer
The acquisition will immediately transform Volt into one of the few ASX-listed graphite producers, positioning the company well ahead of most of its peer graphite companies
Volt Resources raises $10 million in “significantly oversubscribed” placement to fast-track graphite anode production
“The Volt board had hoped to raise $5 million, so to receive applications for over $22 million from existing shareholders, new institutions and sophisticated investors has been highly encouraging, and we believe reflective of the rare oppor
Volt Resources signs MoU with 24M for graphite supply
24M president & CEO Naoki Ota said: “We are excited to expand our relationship with Volt Energy Materials LLC and look forward to optimising their low-cost, high-quality graphite for our SemiSolid manufacturing platform.
Volt Resources signs joint development agreement with battery cell developer 24M Technologies
The agreement will focus on coated spheronised purified graphite (CSPG) and non-spherical graphite products to enhance lithium-ion battery (LIB) performance.
Volt Resources advances battery materials businesses with advisory appointment and technical partner developments
“We have partnerships with a number of key groups, which allows us to develop products that utilise all graphite feedstock which supports excellent economics,” said MD Trevor Matthews.
Volt Resources adopts ESG framework for battery metals strategy
The company believes that key to its long-term success are the four pillars aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Volt Resources on target with graphite production at Zavalievsky after strong first month
The company has lauded the efforts of Zavalievsky management and staff in bringing the Ukraine graphite mine and processing plant back into production, and has expressed confidence that the two companies can achieve higher than expected pro
Volt Resources appoints battery metals senior advisor to help scale downstream graphite business
Prasant S Chintawar will oversee the assessment of battery anode material business activities in the US and Europe.
Volt Resources progresses Bunyu Graphite Project in Tanzania with feasibility study update
“Completing an updated feasibility study for Bunyu Stage 1 will provide us with a current estimate of what the project will cost to deliver and what its economic returns will be," said Volt managing director Trevor Matthews.
Volt Resources gives Graphex extra time to complete Graphex offtake
The offtake agreement follows a Letter of Intent (LOI) entered into between Graphex and Volt Graphite Tanzania Ltd for the purchase of 5,000 tonnes of fine flake graphite product annually for 10 years from Volt's Bunyu Graphite Project.
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Volt Resources to benefit from ESD’s super site development activities in the US
The company is planning production of battery anode material (BAM) for potential customers in the US including the Energy Supply Developer's (ESD) super site.
Volt Resources welcomes resumption of graphite production at Zavalievsky in Ukraine
"Congratulations to the Zavalievsky management and staff, who have put a lot of time and planning into the recommencement of graphite production and sales,” Volt managing director Trevor Matthews said.
Volt Resources raises $2 million to recommence graphite production in Ukraine
The company will also use proceeds from the placement to advance downstream graphite processing initiatives.
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Volt Resources advances to next stage of battery material development in the United States
"Testwork activities and related offtake discussions have advanced from understanding Volt’s future production plans with potential customers now asking, 'How much can Volt supply us in 2025?'", said MD Trevor Matthews.
Volt Resources signs Bunyu graphite offtake LOI with global battery anode material producer
The LOI with Graphex Group Limited subsidiary, Graphex Technologies LLC, provides for the potential annual sale of 5,000 tonnes of fine natural flake graphite product from the Tanzanian project for a 10-year term.
Volt Resources completes off-market share crossing to stop potential share selling
“I am very pleased with the level of support from existing shareholders and new shareholders with the crossing of the SBC Global shareholding. Peak Asset Management did a great job coordinating the crossing which removed a large volume of p
Volt Resources makes significant progress toward becoming battery materials producer in the US and Europe
“With graphite prices increasing significantly over the past 12 months and growing demand for locally produced battery anode material in both the United States and Europe, Volt is positioned to be a key supplier in energy materials,” says M
Volt Resources in agreement to test use of non-spherical graphite to improve alkaline batteries
The Joint Development Agreement with Urban Electric Power “provides a clear pathway for the development of commercially based technologies to improve alkaline battery performance and lower costs,” says Volt MD.
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Volt Resources advances test work and offtake discussions with lithium-ion battery cell developer in US
“Volt is expanding its battery anode material offtake discussions in the United States in a fast-growing lithium-ion battery EV and energy storage market seeking local production capability,” says MD Trevor Matthews.
Volt Resources' tests deliver improved performance of lead-acid batteries, shares up
“The test-work with Apollo Energy Systems and AETC has supported Volt’s strategy of developing high-value products that will allow us to monetise the non-spherical by-product created during the production of lithium-ion battery anode materi
Volt Resources raising $2.5 million as its looks to become battery graphite materials producer
“I am very pleased with the level of support from existing shareholders and new investors with this capital raising. Once again Volt’s chairman, Asimwe Kabunga, has shown his strong commitment to the company through his cornerstone particip
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Volt Resources signs LOI to provide battery anode materials for planned US lithium-ion battery Gigafactory
“Volt is delighted with this unique opportunity to work with Energy Supply Developers in developing a battery supply chain to support the fast-growing electric vehicle and energy storage markets in the United States," says MD.
Volt Resources moves to become battery materials manufacturer in the United States as well as Europe
Volt is looking to enter the US and European battery materials market as a manufacturer of anode-ready spherical graphite. The company has also taken advantage of graphite by-products suitable for the lead-acid and alkaline battery markets
Volt Resources says Ukrainian graphite operations are unaffected by geopolitical tensions
“Volt continues to monitor the geopolitical situation in Ukraine closely and assess and discuss the situation with our local management team and our advisors. So far, no developments have occurred to change or alter the current operations o
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Volt Resources' Zavalievsky Graphite operations records 44% hike in monthly graphite production
As winter ends and temperatures increase, the plant operating days will increase resulting in substantial increases in monthly graphite production.
Volt Resources appoints three key senior executives for Zavalievsky Group
“The appointments of Dmytro, Roman and Pavlo combined with other management changes are positioning the Zavalievsky business for improved performance and growth underpinned with strong governance principles,” says MD.
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Volt Resources enters strategic collaboration with Urban Electric Power to improve alkaline battery performance
“This collaboration introduces Volt to the US battery market and the board expects the JDA will accelerate the commercialisation of Volt’s downstream value-added graphite products in various battery applications,” says MD.
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Volt Resources advances funds to resume Zavalievsky Graphite production amid higher graphite prices
Volt Resources has advanced working capital to resume operations at Zavalievsky Graphite following favourable changes to the company's charter. ZG produced a total of 37,389 tonnes at an average grade of 6.12% carbon, with graphite prices o
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Volt Resources acquiring three Serbian lithium licences as it positions to be multi-commodity battery minerals company
The transaction forms part of a larger strategy to position Volt as a multi-commodity battery minerals company, with projects focused on the two key minerals in the fast-growing lithium-ion battery market – lithium and graphite.
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Volt Resources confirms high performance battery-ready graphite anode material with Bunyu tests
“We continue to be delighted with the battery cycle test-work results reported by AETC. This has confirmed Bunyu’s flake graphite is suitable for use in the production of battery-ready anode material for energy storage solutions," says MD.
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Volt Resources transforms into graphite producer during September quarter
Through the transaction, Volt plans to produce battery anode material using the ZG Group’s existing graphite production, meaning it can supply the mineral to lithium-ion battery makers based in Europe.
Volt Resources' Zavalievsky graphite estimate of 22.913 million tonnes at 6.8% carbon supports expansion potential
The production improvements and expansion will position Zavalievsky Graphite to be a significant supplier of graphite for battery anode material.
Volt Resources identifies four major gold anomalies at Konsolon and Nzima permits in Guinea
“With the recent exploration success by others in the region, particularly near the Kouroussa permit, the Volt board sees opportunities to provide funding for future exploration programs and to create value for shareholders through consider
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Volt Resources receives $5.05 million from placement
Chairman Asimwe Kabunga has subscribed for an additional $700,000 on the same terms as the placement and this is subject to shareholder approval.
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Volt Resources appoints Frankfurt-based firm as investor relations and corporate advisor in Europe
This appointment supports the company's strategy of broadening its overseas investor base to engage with European investors.
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Volt Resources raises $5.75 million to fast-track plans to supply anode material for European battery manufacturers
Strong demand for the placement from existing shareholders new sophisticated investors, funds and institutions saw the final amount raised exceed the original target of $4 million.
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Volt Resources in trading halt with capital raising news pending
The company’s shares will remain in a trading halt until Wednesday, September 1, or when an announcement is released to the market.
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Volt Resources uses innovative flowsheet design for production of battery anode material
“Introduction of this flowsheet will allow us to not only convert a significant portion of our graphite into battery-ready anode material for lithium-ion batteries but will also generate a range of ultra-high purity by-products for use in b
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Volt Resources joins European Raw Materials Alliance after transitioning to graphite producer
“Membership of the two key EU sponsored battery materials alliances provide the opportunity to build relationships and obtain access to capital to support the expansion and product development plans for the European graphite business,” says
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Volt Resources transforms to graphite producer on completing ZG Group acquisition
“Volt now has the potential to become a key market participant in the supply of graphite and battery anode materials into the growing European market with excellent access to other markets in the USA and the Middle East,” says MD.
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Volt Resources directors display confidence in graphite and gold strategy through placement participation
Volt is set to become one of the few ASX-listed graphite producers without the usual time and risk related to complete greenfield project financing, construction, commissioning and ramp-up.
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Volt Resources has news pending on completion of Ukraine graphite business acquisition
The company has been granted a trading halt until the start of trading on Wednesday, June 16, or when an announcement is released to the market.
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Volt Resources closer to graphite production with loan agreement executed and US$4 million drawn for ZG Group acquisition
The acquisition is anticipated to be completed next week and will instantly transform the company into one of the few ASX-listed graphite producers.
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Volt Resources executes US$8.5 million debt facility term sheet with JES Green Investments
The facility will go towards the funding of the acquisition of a 70% interest in the Zavalievsky group of companies and related expenses, as well as working capital.
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Volt Resources halted pending news of Zavalievsky graphite business acquisition
The proposed acquisition of a controlling 70% interest in the ZG Group will transform the company from a graphite explorer and developer into one of the few ASX-listed graphite producers.
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Volt Resources completes due diligence and will complete European graphite acquisition to become producer
The acquisition of a controlling 70% interest in the ZG Group will immediately transform the company from a graphite explorer and developer into one of the few ASX-listed graphite producers.
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Volt Resources nears completion of due diligence for producing European graphite project
Completing the ZG Group acquisition will position Volt well ahead of most peer graphite companies by transforming it into a producer without the usual greenfield financing and development risk.
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Volt Resources' 70% acquisition of European graphite group will put it ahead of peers as a producer
Completion of the acquisition will position Volt to become a graphite producer without the usual greenfield financing and development risk.
Volt Resources has exploration underway in Guinea section of world-class Birimian Gold Belt
A 100-metre by 500-metre soil sampling program is being conducted to cover the northwest-southeast geochemical anomaly identified by previous explorers.
Volt Resources higher on news of potential purchase of second African gold project
The proposed acquisition helps establish a new gold business whilst progressing the development of the flagship Bunyu Graphite Project in Tanzania.
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Volt Resources in trading halt ahead of project acquisition announcement
The company entered into a share sale deed on May 14 to acquire six permits in the highly prospective Birimian Greenstone Belt within the Siguiri Basin in Guinea.
Volt Resources rises on acquiring highly prospective gold project in Guinea
The transaction positions Volt as a diversified mineral resources company with a continuing commitment to developing the Bunyu Graphite Project combined with gold exploration and development.
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Volt Resources in trading halt pending capital raising and corporate transaction announcement
The company has taken measures to preserve cash such as reducing director fees by as much as $3,000 per month.
Volt Resources preserves cash as it moves towards Bunyu Graphite development funding
The Stage 1 development is based on a mining and processing plant annual throughput rate of 400,000 tonnes of ore to produce on average 23,700 tonnes per annum of graphite products.
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Volt Resources extends closing date of US$30 million Mauritian Note Offer to June 30
The company hopes to raise the funds to help execute stage-1 development at the Bunyu Graphite Project in Tanzania.
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Volt Resources test-work highlights potential to improve graphite project economics
The company is continuing to advance its Mauritian note offer to raise up to US$30 million and alternative finance sources to fund Stage 1 development of Bunyu Graphite Project.
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Volt Resources initial Bunyu graphite test work could improve project economics
Stage one will produce on average 23,700 tonne per annum of natural flake graphite product at up to 96% total graphite content.
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Volt Resources receives extension to Mauritian note offer closing date
The company is focused on the exploration and development of its wholly-owned Bunyu Graphite Project in Tanzania.
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Volt Resources begins Mauritian funding progress to raise up to US$30 million
The company’s subsidiary, Volt Graphite Tanzania Plc, is progressing with the raising of up to US$15 million through the issue of Senior Notes to raise up to US$30 million.
Volt Resources raises $1.251 million after completing rights issue and shortfall
Funds raised will be used to progress the recently approved Stock Exchange of Mauritius listed note issue.
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Volt Resources receives approval to list debt in Mauritius
This approval means Volt will finalise its investor roadshow which aims to raise funds for its flagship Bunyu Graphite Project in Tanzania.
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Volt Resources board members buy shares in rights issue which raises $1.2 million
The recently closed rights issue raised $1.21 million and will help advance the company’s flagship Bunyu Graphite Project in Tanzania.