Ioneer MD speaks with Proactive at the ASX SMIDcaps Conference

HeLIX Exploration PLC (AIM:HEX, OTCQB:HHEXF) CEO Bo Sears spoke with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the spudding of the Ollie #1 well and plans to test the northern extension of the Rudyard Field in Montana. Sears said Ollie #1 is targeting the northern flank of Rudyard, where the northern dome appears larger than previously anticipated, with the location chosen to test that extension and potentially become another helium production well. On what Helix expects to learn, Sears highlighted the presence of multiple stacked pays at Rudyard, with the company examining every formation encountered, including its target intervals and the Precambrian formation. "We're looking at everything, taking a really hard look at literally every formation we drill through in this particular well," he said, describing Ollie #1 as one the company believes could ultimately prove productive for helium. Sears also explained that Ollie #1 sits less than a mile from the existing gathering system, which currently terminates at Weil #1. If it delivers the expected flow and helium results, connecting it to the pipeline could take a couple of weeks to a month once vendors and crews are available. Beyond Ollie #1, Helix has surveyed four new wells and is reviewing them before submitting to the state, with Sears saying drilling across the Rudyard anticline is expected to continue over the coming months and years. The company is also developing a new membrane to increase gross gas throughput alongside its existing pressure swing adsorption system. Visit Proactive’s YouTube channel for more interviews and company updates. Give the video a like, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications so you don’t miss future content. Read Proactive's Editorial Policy here: https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/pages/editorialPolicy #HelixExploration #Ollie1 #Rudyard #Helium #HeliumExploration #HeliumProduction #Exploration #Drilling #NaturalResources #MiningNews #InvestorNews #EnergyInvesting #ProactiveInvestors #Proactive

Pan African Resources PLC (LSE:PAF, OTCQX:PAFRY, JSE:PAN) CEO Cobus Loots spoke with Proactive's Stephen Gunnion about the company's record production and earnings for FY2026, production guidance for the year ahead, and growth opportunities across its South African and Australian operations. Loots said performance benefited from a stronger gold price and a 40% increase in production, reflecting a full year of output from Australia and Mogale Tailings Retreatment (MTR), alongside strong showings from Elikhulu, Evander and Barberton. The company has also strengthened its balance sheet, moving from net debt to what Loots described as a "really healthy cash balance." Looking ahead, Pan African is targeting production of around 280,000 to 300,000 ounces, with the South African portfolio expected to hold its performance alongside rising output from Tennant Mines. Loots also discussed the ramp-up at Tennant Mines and the potential of the White Devil deposit, calling it "one of the highest grading deposits in Australia" at around 3.5 grams per tonne, remaining open at depth and along strike. The interview also covers the Soweto Cluster DFS, pointing to potential production of 35,000-40,000 ounces annually subject to permitting, along with Loots' approach to balancing growth investment with shareholder returns and key milestones for the coming 12 months, including production and cost guidance, MTR expansion, and exploration across the wider Tennant Goldfield. Visit Proactive’s YouTube channel for more interviews and videos. If you found this interview useful, give the video a like, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications for future content. Read Proactive's Editorial Policy here: https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/pages/editorialPolicy #PanAfricanResources #Gold #GoldMining #GoldProduction #Mining #TennantMines #WhiteDevil #GoldExploration #SouthAfrica #Australia #MiningStocks #GoldStocks #Investing #InvestorNews #Proactive

Sea Forest CEO speaks with Proactive at the ASX SMIDcaps Conference Sea Forest CEO Sam Elsom talked with Proactive at the ASX Small and Mid-Cap Conference about its SeaFeed product, increased sales and new customer agreements. Sea Forest Limited (ASX:SEA) is a leading Australian environmental technology company utilising and replicating the science of methane-abating Asparagopsis seaweed to deliver commercial climate solutions to agriculture and downstream supply chains. Its proprietary product, SeaFeedTM, has been scientifically formulated to replicate the bioactive compounds of Asparagopsis and is proven to reduce methane emissions in ruminant livestock by up to 80%1 while creating positive economic outcomes for producers. Sea Forest has three Australian sites located across Tasmania and New South Wales, while its land-based cultivation solution is supplying trials in the UK, Europe, and South America. The B-Corp certified company is also expanding its research and development capability to deliver aquaculture and nutraceutical solutions to industry. #SeaForestLimited #ProactiveInvestors #SamElsom #Seaweed #MethaneReduction

Aurelia Metals CEO speaks with Proactive at the ASX SMIDcaps Conference Aurelia Metals (ASX:AMI) interim CEO Martin Cummings talked with Proactive at the ASX Small and Mid-Cap Conference about its projects in the Cobar Basin. Aurelia is an Australian mining and exploration company with a highly strategic landholding in the Cobar Basin in western New South Wales. We operate three underground base metal mines at our two operations, Peak and Federation. In addition, we are progressing the Great Cobar project, a consented, high-grade copper development located at Peak. #AureliaMetalsLimited #ProactiveInvestors #MartinCummings #ZincMining #GoldMining

Ioneer MD speaks with Proactive at the ASX SMIDcaps Conference Ioneer (ASX:INR) MD Bernard Rowe talked with Proactive at the ASX Small and Mid-Cap Conference the work it is doing at the Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project and what the project means for US supply chains. Ioneer is an emerging lithium-boron producer poised to become a globally significant producer of two critical minerals Ioneer’s 100%-owned Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project will provide a significant new source of two products necessary for permanent magnets, batteries, semiconductors, and military applications — strengthening the U.S. supply chain, reducing reliance on foreign sources, and bolstering national security. #ioneerLtd #ProactiveInvestors #BernardRowe #Lithium #Boron

Kinatico CEO speaks with Proactive at the ASX SMIDcaps Conference Kinatico Limited (ASX: KYP) CEO Michael Ivanchenko talked with Proactive at the ASX Small and Mid-Cap Conference about its RegTech solutions, full year solutions and what’s to come. Kinatico is a leading provider of know your people solutions. Through its suite of RegTech SaaS solutions, Kinatico simplifies the daily process of managing compliance for organisations. By combining credential management and compliance data, Kinatico solutions enable organisations to mobilise their workforce and power insights for better, safer workplaces. Kinatico connects companies to insights that lift capability and mitigate your risk. #KinaticoLtd #ProactiveInvestors #MichaelIvanchenko #WorkforceCompliance #BackgroundScreening

TradeWindow chief strategy officer speaks with Proactive at the ASX SMIDcaps Conference TradeWindow chief strategy officer Andrew Balgarnie talked with Proactive at the ASX Small and Mid-Cap Conference about its potential ASX listing, its Australian apsirations and how its travelling in NZ. Founded in December 2018, TradeWindow is an NZX-listed software company that provides digital solutions for exporters, importers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to drive productivity, increase connectivity, and enhance visibility. TradeWindow’s software solutions integrate to form a cohesive digital trade platform that enables customers to more efficiently run their back-end operations, share information and securely collaborate with a global supply chain made up of customers, ports, terminals, shipping lines, banks, insurance companies, and government authorities. #TradeWindowHoldingsLimited #ProactiveInvestors #AndrewBalgarnie #DigitalTrade #SupplyChainSoftware

Tyro Payments CEO speaks with Proactive at the ASX SMIDcaps Conference Established in 2003, Tyro Payments Limited (ASX: TYR) set out to make payments the easiest part of doing business. Today, the company powers more than 77,000 merchants across Australia with in-store, online and on-the-go payment solutions. Working with more than 450 partners, Tyro creates seamless payment experiences for businesses across hospitality, retail, services and healthcare, supported by integrated banking and lending solutions. Lee discussed how Tyro’s payments infrastructure supports operating leverage, with free cash flow rising almost 50% and EBITDA increasing 8.6% in FY26. He also highlighted healthcare as a key growth opportunity, with Tyro integrated into 125 practice management systems to help practices manage payments, claims and split transactions. Looking ahead, Lee said Tyro aims to capture a greater share of Australia’s payments market through integrated solutions, fintech expertise and responsive, Australia-based customer service. #TyroPaymentsLimited #ProactiveInvestors #NigelLee #PaymentsTechnology #BusinessBanking

SkinKandy CFO speaks with Proactive at the ASX SMIDcaps Conference SkinKandy CFO Carl Larzabal talked with Proactive at the ASX Small and Mid-Cap Conference about its store growth projections, international ambitions and its ASX listing. SkinKandy Limited (ASX: SK1) is a specialty piercing and jewellery retailer operating 109 stores across Australia and New Zealand as at the end of FY26. The Group generates revenue from three streams — piercing services, fashion jewellery and aftercare products — and delivers approximately 90% of its piercings by needle, performed by internally trained SK Certified piercing specialists. SkinKandy listed on the ASX in May 2026.

Lark Distilling Co. CEO speaks with Proactive at the ASX SMIDcaps Conference Lark Distilling Co (ASX: LRK) LARK CEO, Stuart Gregor talked with Proactive at the ASX Small and Mid-Cap Conference about its FY26 results, the growth of the company and the pressures facing the hospitality industry in Australia. Lark Distilling Co. is a Tasmanian-based producer of premium and luxury Australian spirits, operating through its Whisky and Gin segments. Founded in 1992, Lark pioneered Tasmania's modern whisky industry and is recognised as Australia's No.1 Luxury Single Malt Whisky brand. Crafted at the historic Pontville Distillery, Lark whiskies are known for their fortified depth and flavour-forward style, complemented by a range of Tasmanian gins under the Forty Spotted brand. Lark continues to win prestigious awards globally and is available domestically through cellar door, online and wholesale channels, and internationally across Asia, the Middle East, United Kingdom and Europe. In 2026, Lark unveiled a bold new Single Malt signature collection which was awarded World's Best Design and Best Range Design at the World Whiskies Awards.