Hawsons Iron Ltd · ASX:HIO
Hawsons Iron — Investor Presentation (May 2025)
18 slides from Hawsons Iron's investor presentation, May 23, 2025
Slide 1: The Future of High-Grade Iron Ore
The Future of High-Grade Iron Ore ASX:HIO
Slide 2: Summary information
Summary information This presentation has been prepared by the management of Hawsons Iron Ltd (HIO or Company) for the benefit of customers, analysts, brokers and investors and not as specific advice to any particular party or persons. This presentation is for information purposes only and is a summ
Slide 3: Important information and Disclaimer (Cont.)
Important information and Disclaimer (Cont.) HIO mineral resource estimates The information in this presentation that relates to HIO’s Mineral Resources is extracted from HIO’s ASX releases and are available at www.hawsons.com.au. HIO confirms that it is not aware of any new information or data that
Slide 4: Strategic Overview
CORPORATE Strategic Overview “For Hawsons Iron to sustainably develop and produce high-quality product to support the global transition to sustainable steelmaking, while maximizing value for all stakeholders.” Jeremy Kirkwood – Non-Executive Chairman
Slide 5: Leadership Team
Leadership Team Jeremy Kirkwood Non-Executive Chairman +B. Commerce *35-plus years’ experience in finance *Former Managing Director with Credit Suisse, Morgan Stanley and Austock +30 years’ experience in energy and resources Tom Revy Chief Executive Officer *BAppSc, Metallurgy +35 plus years’ experi
Slide 6: Key Technical Attributes
HAWSONS IRON PROJECT Key Technical Attributes 4.4B 68.4% Fe Project Tonnes 1 Product 1 Upside Measured Mineral Resources Low in impurities Target areas identified for 528Mt @ 12.9% DTR (SiO2, Al2O3, P & S) Mineral Resources expansion – East, West and South of Indicated Mineral Resources Consistent q
Slide 7: High Priority for debt & Equity Providers
High Priority for debt & Equity Providers
Slide 8: Proven Results = Lower Risk
Delivered on time and budget Stage 1 – From 2440 samples reviewed – identified 28 potential mineralogical clusters using XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) 1 Stage 2 – Using XRD (X-Ray Diffraction) confirmed the presence of only 3 mineralogical clusters 1 Findings: • Hawsons’ material is geochemically and phy
Slide 9: Game Changer
PROCESSING BENEFITS Game Changer Consistent Quality: Hawsons Iron is planning to produce >68% Fe high-grade concentrate with predictable consistency, offering steel manufacturers a highly sought after product that minimises costly blending and variability. Softer Ore: Hawsons Iron benefits from exce
Slide 10: Simpler Flow Sheet
PROCESSING BENEFITS Simpler Flow Sheet • Vertical roller mills (VRM) have a history spanning from the late 19th century, with early examples used in iron ore processing • Used extensively today in the cement and phosphate industries • VRM benefits to Hawsons include: • Zero water needed • Energy sav
Slide 11: Infrastructure
KEY PROJECT INPUTS Infrastructure Power Supply Power supply for the mine site will be accessed from the main Wentworth to Broken Hill power line, some 40km from site. Recent dry comminution test work has indicated a reduction in power by approximately 35% Hawsons is likely to engage with third parti
Slide 12: Key Consultants & Contractors
HAWSONS IRON PROJECT Key Consultants & Contractors Overall Engineering & Cost Estimation + Infrastructure Independent Global Project Mining Finance Advisors & Process Consultants Mine Planning & Costing, Reserve Evaluation AMDAD Mineral Resource Estimation
Slide 13: Magnetite Market
Magnetite Market • DR-grade iron ore (67%+ Fe) currently makes up only about 4% of global iron ore supply* Date: 21 May 2025 • Long term estimates for 68%+ Fe are in excess of 30% above the iron ore 62% price** • Global iron ore majors Vale, Hancock Magnetite Holdings, Fortescue Metals Group and CIT
Slide 14: Environmental Social Governance
Environmental • Advancing the development of a magnetite process flow sheet without the need for water • Energy requirements have been significantly reduced • Power review indicating grid sourced renewable energy • Planned dry co-disposal facility (mine waste & process waste) vs traditional wet tail
Slide 15: Next 6-12 months
PLANNED PROGRAMS Next 6-12 months Mineral Reserve Calculate a Mineral Reserve based on the current Mineral Resources as updated in June 2024. Complete an optimised Prefeasibility Study (PFS) Incorporating the benefits of the dry comminution process and updated equipment, engineering & construction,
Slide 16: All Stakeholders Win
COLLECTIVE OPPORTUNITY All Stakeholders Win • Hawsons Shareholders • State Government of NSW Return on investment Significant State royalties • Support for local Indigenous • Federal Government population Substantial direct income tax Planned Traineeships, employment / contracting and community spon
Slide 17: A Compelling Opportunity
WHY HAWSONS? A Compelling Opportunity ✓ Long life mine potential with significant exploration upside ✓ Simple, low energy & chemical-free processing ✓ Available infrastructure – water, rail, roads ✓ Located near Broken Hill providing social, cost and established infrastructure benefits ✓ Support at
Slide 18: Contact
~sAWSONS J cinsuioon’ CONTACT Tom Revy | CEO tom.revy@hawsons.com.au 0411 475376 OFFICE Unit 3B, Level 3 410 Queen Street Brisbane QLD 4000 TELEPHONE EMAIL 07 3554 1003 engage@hawsons.com.au