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Gratomic Inc.
CVE:GRAT
Gratomic is focused on introducing an exceptional anode material to the global electric vehicle and energy storage supply chains. True to its roots as an exploration and mining company, Gratomic aims to achieve full operational capabilities in 2022 on its Aukam Graphite Project and continues to diversify its assets into a multi-national company with various projects globally. Large quantities of its naturally high-quality vein graphite have been shipped for testing to confirm its viability as an anode material. Gratomic is confident that the results will provide a unique competitive advantage in its desired target markets.
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Gratomic taps independent director Bruno Baillavoine to chair its board in move to improve corporate governance
Baillavoine was originally appointed to the board as an independent director in May 2021, the company said
Gratomic posts assay results from promising Aukam graphite project in Namibia
Results included more than 50% total graphite carbon (TCG) over 0.89 meters (m), 49.3% TCG over 1m, and 43.4% TCG over 1.02m
Gratomic successfully completes NI43-101 Technical Report for its Capim Grosso Graphite project in Brazil
“This is the material evidence that we are in the right direction of becoming a major international player and early mover in the graphite market by developing this project," Gratomic CEO Arno Brand
Gratomic extracts 2,600 tonnes of graphite; bench-mining program enters mining phase at its Aukam project in Namibia
Of the total 2,600 tonnes of graphite extracted, Gratomic said about 1,000 tonnes have been transferred from the mountain to the run of mine pad in preparation for processing
Gratomic reports assay results on third trenching program at Capim Grosso project in Brazil
The aim of the program was to unveil the extension of a second graphite deposit located southeast of the main deposit, Gratomic said
Gratomic adds four new graphite prospecting licenses to its Capim Grosso project in Brazil
“We are seeing mineralization occurring throughout the prospective areas and Capim Grosso is starting to take shape as a district-scale graphite project,” Gratomic CEO Arno Brand said
Gratomic says it has now extracted 730 tonnes of graphite in Aukum project benching program
It comes after the company reported on September 20 that it had set a new record at program, unearthing more than 150 tonnes of graphite in one working shift
Gratomic updates on progress at benching program at flagship Aukam graphite project in Namibia
The process sees 'berms' (raised level shelf) cut into the mountain edge to gradually expose underground material and collect graphite in stages while maintaining the stability of the mountain
Gratomic announces progress update on benching program at its Aukam project in Namibia
Gratomic said its engineering team has completed the necessary pre-benching requirements, including the mobilization of the required yellow machines
Gratomic unveils latest findings from third trenching program at Capim Grosso project ahead of drilling
The program will continue with 15 more trenches to determine targets for a second diamond drilling program, earmarked to start this Fall
Gratomic reveals promising results from 16-trench program at Capim Grosso project in Brazil
The trenching program aims to unveil the extension of a second graphite deposit located southeast of the project’s main deposit
Gratomic to commence benching program at its Aukam graphite project in Namibia
"This benching program sets a milestone for the Aukam site, as this is the first time we implement mining practices to bring product to the plant stockpile," said Gratomic COO Armando Farhate
Gratomic completes first drill stage and hits graphite in all holes at its Aukam project in Namibia
The graphite projects developer said 16 holes, totaling 1,218.9 meters, were drilled during this stage
Gratomic provides drilling update and reveals assay results from its Capim Grosso graphite project in Brazil
The graphite projects developer said recent drill results included 7.9 metres of 9.5% total graphitic carbon (TGC)
Gratomic highlights graphite price increases as demand continues to outstrip supply amid electric vehicle market boom
Gratomic said graphite prices have continued to increase steadily since January 2021 on all types of graphite
Gratomic announces first batch of production representative samples for its Aukam plant in Namibia
“These results verify that our metallurgical process is adequate for producing the desired grades required by our end-users," said Gratomic CEO Arno Brand
Gratomic continues drilling at Capim Grosso project in Brazil with good graphite results
The company has drilled a total of 2,178 metres completed to date as part of a 5,000-metre program
Gratomic discovers possibly the largest graphite vein ever recorded at its Aukam project in Namibia
The graphite project developer said that hole AKD001 has intercepted vein graphite mineralization approximately 40 meters below the main adit
Gratomic commences diamond drilling campaign at flagship Aukam Graphite project
The Diamond Drilling campaign officially kicked-off on May 16, 2022, with data gathered and targets defined using results collected from previous Reverse Circulation (RC) drilling and geophysical surveys, Gratomic said
Gratomic rapidly completes 2,047.5 meters of drilling on its Capim Grosso graphite project in Brazil
The Toronto-based graphite project developer said 17 diamond drillholes were completed to date, with two additional holes in progress
Gratomic says trenching at Jacobina project in Brazil indicates highly prospective graphite resource
Highlights from the first batch of trench assays include an interval of 17 metres at 8.34% total graphitic carbon from 61m to 78m
Gratomic completes 1,734 meters of drilling on its Capim Grosso graphite project in Brazil
The graphite project developer said 15 diamond drill holes were completed to date, with results that included 11.2 metres of 13.1% total graphitic carbon
Gratomic announces production of first batch of processed graphite from Aukam plan in Namibia
The company’s first Product in Bag (PIB) milestone was achieved by generating one metric ton of material that was produced and transferred to inventory
Gratomic appoints strategic operations veteran Fernando Luís Pereira Calha as its director of graphite sales and business development
Gratomic said Calha will be responsible for establishing a working relationship between the company and its targeted end users through tailored product offerings and price strategies aimed at seizing the largest possible share of that marke
Gratomic signs definitive agreement to acquire three mining licences adjacent to Capim Grosso property in Brazil
Upon closing of the acquisition, Gratomic said it will make a one-time cash payment of $100,000 and issue 1,768,011 of its own shares priced at $1.40 per share
Gratomic signs project agreement with Canada’s NRC to evaluate spherical graphite samples
The National Research Council of Canada will perform half-cell testing, a method of testing the viability of battery materials, in coin cells of coated anodes based on its spherical graphite samples, to measure the reversible capacity and t
Gratomic kicks off pledge to Namibian primary school by donating 100 uniforms and 300 lunch packs
As reported in February this year, the company chose the school as the beneficiary of its Corporate Social Responsibility Program in Namibia for 2022 and the start of the commitment saw a sponsored event attended by Gratomic senior staff, A
Gratomic says 'entire front end' of Aukum plant in Namibia now commissioned
Notably, at the plant, the crushing and screen circuit was initially designed to accommodate 12 tonnes per hour (tph) but trials have shown that it will easily accommodate up to 30 tph of graphite mineral throughput at a 75-millimeter feed
Gratomic closes final tranche of non-brokered placement raising gross proceeds of $3,221,00
"The company will continue to work hard providing value for our shareholders and will remain focused on the continued development of Aukam and Capim Grosso," Arno Brand the company's president & CEO said
Gratomic ranked among top performing mining companies by TSX Venture 50 for 2022
The company in 2021 experienced a 306% share price appreciation and 681% market-cap growth on the TSX Venture Exchange
Gratomic updates on drill progress at Capim Grosso project; reports visual graphite in six holes
Updating on progress of the planned 5,000 metre drill program in Bahia State, the company noted that visual graphite had been encountered and that it had now introduced a second rig, which would speed up the work
Gratomic commits one million Namibian dollars to help upgrade primary school in Karas region
Funds will be used to help renovate the facility, purchase stationery supply and buy school uniforms for students
Gratomic signs MOU with Millennium Metals to supply graphite over 60 consecutive months
The supplying, which now includes a third-party buyer, will begin upon commencement of commercial production at the company's Aukam Graphite project in Namibia
Gratomic says it has initiated preliminary engineering work at its Capim Grosso project in Brazil
"Our technical team is moving at a very quick pace to fast track the engineering process of our Capim Grosso project, without overlooking quality and technical criteria,” chief operating officer and head of graphite marketing and sales Arma
Gratomic signs indicative term sheet with Millenium Metals to supply graphite over 60 consecutive months
The companies forged a strategic partnership with the intention of being the first to industrialize graphite as a commodity
Gratomic closes first tranche of non-brokered private placement for gross proceeds of $2,311,158
The first tranche saw the placement of 1,650,827 working capital units (WC units) priced at $1.40 each
Gratomic announces initial metallurgical test results from trenched material at its Capim Grosso project
The metallurgical results obtained to-date are encouraging to support the plan for large-scale processing of the graphite deposit in Brazil
Gratomic announces launch of ‘Operational Readiness’ of its Aukam Graphite Processing Plant in Namibia
”Operational Readiness is the only way to ensure a safe and smooth start of a new plant,” the company's chief operating officer and head of graphite marketing and sales Armando Farhate said
Gratomic resumes its Capim Grosso graphite project drilling program in Brazil
After having drilled 241.3 meters in 2021, the drilling team temporarily wrapped up drilling over the holiday period, resuming activities on January 15, 2022
Gratomic is set to capture a large slice of the global graphite market with top-quality assets
The company is developing the high-quality vein graphite Aukam Graphite Project in Namibia which, together with the anticipated production of the recently acquired high-grade Capim Grosso graphite project in Brazil, is expected to give it a
Gratomic extends closing date for its C$27M fully-subscribed private placement
The company said proceeds from the offering will be used as operating capital for its Aukam project, exploration for its Grosso property, and for general working capital
Gratomic prepares for final commissioning stage at its Aukam Graphite processing plant in Namibia
“Over the past 18 months, our team in Namibia has continued to make great strides towards project completion. Their exceptional effort has kept us on track throughout the construction and commissioning phases,” Gratomic’s president and CEO
Gratomic announces next steps for Air Classification equipment at its Aukam processing plant in Namibia
"We consider that this Air Classification technology will revolutionize Gratomic's approach in further industrializing assets around the world in an environmentally friendly manner," said the company’s president and CEO Arno Brand
Graphite gaining ground on the back of the electric vehicle story
Each EV contains over 200 pounds of coated spherical graphite and, in fact, an EV battery requires more graphite than lithium
Gratomic reveals preliminary findings from its diamond drill program at the Capim Grosso graphite project
"Defining a maiden resource in the Capim Grosso project will allow Gratomic to facilitate the further exploration and development of the project, providing an opportunity to supplement the growing global demand for high quality natural grap
Gratomic says it is ‘very pleased’ with the results of the independent performance testing on Aukam project in Namibia
The advanced materials company said in its engineering update that open circuit cleaner flotation tests have been carried out to produce a minimum concentrate grading of 95% carbon total
Gratomic raises the size of its non-brokered private placement to $27M due to high demand
The company said $17 million from the proceeds is for its Aukam Graphite project in southern Namibia, $6 million would drive exploration at its Capim Grosso property, and the rest of the money will add to general working capital
Gratomic acquires 100% interest in Brazilian graphite exploration project
Gratomic CEO Arno Brand said the company is pleased to have "successfully finalized the deal" on the Capim Grosso property in Brazil as part of Gratomic's goal to "evolve into a multinational organization"