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Kenmare Resources (KMR) Investor presentation summary

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Investor presentation summary

16 Jul, 2026

Company overview and strategic position

  • Operates one of the world's largest titanium mineral deposits in Mozambique, with over 100 years of mineral resources at current production rates.

  • Supplies 6% of global titanium feedstocks, with products essential for paints, plastics, paper, and titanium metal.

  • Significant capital investment in the Moma mine, with a net book value exceeding $875 million.

  • Recognized for responsible operations, including FTSE4Good index inclusion and strong community contributions.

  • Major shareholders include African Acquisition S.à.r.l. (17.1%), M&G Plc (14.0%), and JO Hambro Capital Management (9.0%).

Operational performance and project updates

  • Three Wet Concentrator Plants (WCPs) and a Selective Mining Operation are in production, with WCP A undergoing a major upgrade.

  • WCP A upgrade and transition to the Nataka ore zone is nearly complete, unlocking the majority of the mine's 9 billion tonnes of resources.

  • Over 80% of the $341 million WCP A project capital expenditure incurred by end-2025, with remaining spend focused on infrastructure.

  • 2025 production was impacted by WCP A upgrade, with HMC down 15% and ilmenite down 17% year-on-year.

  • Shipments in 2026 are expected to exceed 1.1 million tonnes, a 15% increase over 2025.

Market conditions and outlook

  • 2025 saw weak market conditions due to global oversupply, with average product prices declining.

  • Demand for zircon products exceeded supply, with prices stabilizing in late 2025.

  • Q1 2026 remained soft, but supply curtailments and disruptions are reducing oversupply; stronger order book for Q2.

  • Chinese chloride pigment and titanium metal markets remain resilient, supporting demand for feedstocks.

  • Operating costs are expected to be lower in 2026, with a retrenchment of ~15% of the workforce and reduced capital expenditure.

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